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The Canadian
Congregational Year Book
1900-01
Twenty- Eighth Annual Volume <^.**''ff " ^ />^'(
REV. J. P. GERRIE
EDITOR
TORONTO:
Printed for the Congregational Publishing Company
by Dudley & Burns, n Colborne St.
1900
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1,^1 ^' I ^ / r^^ ( On a stern and rock-bound coast,
'' ' '\ And the woods against the stormy sky
Their giant branches toss'd ;
And the heavy night hung dark
The hills and waters o'er,
When a band of exiles moored their bark
On the wild New England shore.
What sought they thus afar ?
Bright jewels of the mine ?
The wealth of seas, the spoils of war ?
They sought a faith's pure shrine.
Aye, call it holy ground.
The soil where first they trod.
They have left unstain'd what there they found-
Freedom to worship God."
" One i8 your Master, even Christ, and all ye are brethren." — Jesus.
PREFACE.
IHE Year Book for 1900-01 is now commended to the
churches. We have timed its appearance when
pastors and church members will have returned from
their vacations, ready for a vigorous campaign of Christian
service. One of the first requirements for better and more
aggressive work is a careful perusal of the reports of the
churches and societies. In this way past failures may be
avoided, and the successes made more pronounced in days to
come. The bond of fellowship between the churches will also
be strengthened, and our Canadian Congregationalism made
more effective in extending the Kingdom of God.
Toronto, September, 1900.
CONTENTS.
PAGE
Preface 3
Postal Information 5
A Popular Catechism 8
Congregational Principles 10
Conduct of Business .... 11
Congregational Dates 15
Prominent Congregationalists 17
English " 18
United States " 22
Congregational Institutions 26
General Statistics 28
Tables for Canada ■ 29
Congregational Churches in Canada and Newfoundland 35
Congregational Ministers in Canada and Newfoundland 36
District Associations 37
Congregational Record for Canada 40
An Editorial Survey 44
Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec 49
Constitution 50
Churches 53
Members 54
Record of Meetings 55
Report of Annual Meeting 57
Chairman's Address 75
Canada Congregational Missionary Society 86
Constitution 88
The Annual Meeting 91
Reports 93
Subscriptions 116
Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society 129
Constitution 130
Annual Meeting , 132
Reports 133
Contributions 149
Congregational College of Canada 160
The Annual Meeting 165
Reports 167
Contributions 180
Union of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick 189
Statistical Report 197
Canada Congregational Woman's Board of Missions 202
Woman's Board of N. S. and N. B 204
Provident Fund Society 208
Publishing Company 213
POSTAL SERVICE.
POSTAL INFORMATION.
A letter once posted becomes the property of the person to whom it is
addressed.
Address all complaints to the Postmaster. With a view to facilitate inves-
tigation, always transmit the envelope of a letter which is the subject matter of
inquiry.
Letters for the United States should bear the name of the State as well as
that of the Post Office.
Letters addressed to mere initials, or fictitious names, will not be delivered
unless addressed in care of a resident or to some box in the Post Ofl&ce.
The public are cautioned against doing up book packets in envelopes notched
at the ends or corners ; nor must the postage stamp be attached to both wrapper
and contents. The contents of a book packet must be tied or fastened up to
permit inspection.
FIRST CLASS MATTER,
Letters addressed to places in Canada, Newfoundland and United States,
2 cents per oz. , or fraction thereof.
Great Britain (by Canadian or New "i'ork Mail Steamers), 2 cents per ^ oz.,
or fraction thereof.
Drop letters, where there is free delivery by carriers, 2 cents per oz. Where
no delivery by carriers, 1 cent per oz.
Letters addressed to places in Canada must be at least partially prepaid, and
those addressed to the United States must be prepaid at least a full rate (2
cents), otherwise they will be sent to the Dead Letter Office,
Letters addressed to places in Canada and partly prepaid, will be forwarded,
subject on delivery to double the amount of unpaid postage.
RE-DIRECTED LETTERS.
Re-directed letters are not liable to any additional postage, if handed back
to the Post Office with a changed address as soon after delivery as possible, pro-
-vided always the change in the address is not to a place where the postage rate
is higher. Re-directed letters should not be dropped into a Post Office Box
unless additional postage has been put on.
POST CARDS.
For Canada and the United States, 1 cent each. For Great Britain, New-
foundland, and all Postal countries, 2 cents each. Reply Cards, for Canada and
the United States, 2 cents each. Nothing must be attached to a Post Card.
Private Post Cards, under certain regulations as to size and material, may
be prepaid by affixing on each a 1 cent stamp, for Canada and the United States ;
and by a prepayment of 2 cents, may be sent to a certain number of countries.
6 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
SECOND CLASS MATTER.
Newspapers and Periodicals posted from the office of publication are half a
cent per pound, to regular subscribers in Canada, the united States and New-
foundland.
Newspapers and Periodicals published not more frequently than once per
week, and addressed (for regular subscribers) to post offices within a circular
area of 40 miles in diameter, the centre of which must either be the place of pub-
lication or some point not more than 20 miles distant therefrom, are exempt.
British periodical publications, and other foreign publications, can be re-
mailed by newsdealers to subscribers in Canada, at the bulk rate of 1 cent per lb.
THIRD CLASS MATTER.
NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS.
Transient newspapers for any place in Canada or United States, I cent per
4 oz. ; but a paper not more than 1 oz., will go for ^ cent. For Great Britain
and other countries in the Postal Union, 1 cent per 2 ozs.
BOOKS, ETC., AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTER.
The postage on Books, Pamphlets, Circulars (wholly in print), occasional
publications, etc., addressed to Canada, is 1 cent per 4 ozs. To the United
States, Newfoundland, Great Britain and all other countries, 1 cent per 2 ozs.
Circulars, typewritten, are liable to letter rate.
The postage on Printed Stationery, Printers' Proof Sheets, Maps, Prints,
Drawings, Engravings, Lithographs, Photographs, Sheet Music (whether printed
or written, including Music Books, whether stitched or bound), etc., addressed
to Canada, the United States, Newfoundland, Great Britain, or any European
country, is 1 cent per 2 ozs. No package must exceed 2 feet in length by 1 foot
in width or depth. The limit of weight for Canada and United States is 5 lbs.,
for other Postal Union countries, 4 lbs.
Seeds, Cuttings, Bulbs, Roots and Scions or Grafts, can only be sent to the
United States as 5th Class matter : when posted for delivery in Canada, the
postage is 1 cent per 4 ozs., and the limit of weight 5 lbs.
PATTERNS AND SAMPLES.
Bona fide Patterns and Samples of Merchandise, not exceeding 24 ozs. in
weight, may be sent to any place in Canada at 7 cent per 6 ozs. Must be put up
so as to admit of inspection.
Packages of tea, etc. , posted as samples, must not exceed ^ lb. in weight.
The limit of weight to United Kingdom is 5 lbs. ; limit of size, 2 feet in
length by 1 foot in width or depth.
FOURTH CLASS MATTER.
Comprises such articles of general merchandise as are not entitled to any
lower rate of postage. Postage 1 cent per oz., or fraction thereof. Limit of
weight 5 lbs.; of size, 2 feet in length by I foot in width or depth. Must he open
to inspection, and there must be no correspondence enclosed (except invoices and
accounts).
POSTAL BEGULATI0N3, 7
PARCEL POST.
Closed parcels may be sent to places in Newfoundland, Jamaica, theJUnited
Kingdom, Japan, and all other countries and colonies with which the United
Kingdom maintains a parcel post. No correspondence must be enclosed. A
customs' Declaration of the contents and value of each parcel must be filled up
at the Post Office by the sender.
Parcels for Newfoundland must be prepaid 15 cents per lb., or a fraction of
a lb.; limit of weight, 7 lbs. For Great Britain, 16 cents for the first lb., and
12 cents for each additional lb. Limit of weight, 11 lbs.
REGISTRATION.
The fee on letters, and on all classes of articles addressed to places in Can"
ada and all countries to which matter may be registered, is 5 cents. Receipts
should be obtained for all registered matter.
I
POST OFFICE SAVINGS BANKS
are established at many Post Offices.
Interest three per cent.
Any sum over $1.00 can be deposited.
MONEY ORDER OFFICE.
In sending money by mail, it is always best to transmit by Money Order,
when possible. Postal notes may also be used. If sent by letter, it should
always be registered.
COMMISSION ON MONEY ORDERS.
If not exceeding $2. 50 3c.
Over $2 50 and up to | 5 4c.
"5 " 10 6c.
" 10 " 20 10c.
" 20 " 30 12c.
" 30 " 40 . . . 15c.
Over $40 and up to $ 50 20c.
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70.
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.40c.
No single Money Order, payable in the Dominion of Canada, can be issued
for more than $1 00 ; but as many of $100 each may be given as the remitter
requires. Limit on American Orders, $50 ; on British and Foreign Orders, $50.
The rates of Commission on British and Foreign Orders, as follows : —
530 not exceeding $40 40c.
40 " 50 50c.
If not exceeding $10 . .
Over $10 " 20...
" 20 " 30...
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FOREM
}N MAILS
The postage to all countries included in the Universal Postal Union is as
follows : —
Letters, per ^ oz., 5 cents ; Post Cards, 2 cents ; Books and Newspapers,
1 cent per 2 ozs. ; Registration, 5 cents.
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
A POPULAR CATECHISM.
1. What was the difference between the Pilgrims and
Puritans ?
The Pilgrims, mainly of the middle class, were Separatists
from the Church of England, and were driven from their homes
by persecution. The Puritans, somewhat higher in social posi-
tion, desired reformation within the Church of England itself,
and those who came to Massachusetts Bay in 1628 and later
broke their connection with the English Church, did so only
after such a reformation proved impracticable.
2. Who were the best-known Pilgrims ?
John Robinson, William Bradford, John Carver, Edward
Winslow, William Brewster, Miles Standish, John Alden.
3. Who were the best-known Puritans ?
John Endicott, John Winthrop, Thomas Hooker, Richard
Saltonstall, George Phillips, John Cotton, Richard Mather.
4. What are the two great principles of Congregation-
alism ?'
The autonomy of the local church ; the fellowship of the
churches.
5. What are some of the waymarks in American Con-
gregational history ?
The colonizing of New England ; the Antinomian Contro-
versy ; the Cambridge Synod ; the Halfway Covenant ; the
Saybrook Platform ; the Great Awakening ; the Unitarian
Schism ; the Plan of Union with Presbyterians ; the Establish-
ment of Foreign and Home Missions ; the Modern Era of
Expansion and Unification.
6. What names deserve special remembrance as those of
men who have explained, vindicated and sJiaped the Congrega-
tional polity ?
John Cotton, Thomas Hooker, John Davenport, the three
Mathers, — Cotton, Increase and Samuel, — John Wise, Ezra
Stiles, Thomas C. Upham, Leonard Bacon, Henry M. Dexter,
Alonzo H. Quint.
7. What are two distinguishing characteristics of Con-
gregationalism ?
A POPULAR CATECHTSM. 9
Its regard for education and its missionary zeal.
8. What proof is there for this statement ?
Congregationalists founded nearly all the New England
colleges, and have planted schools on a liberal scale throuthout
the Southern and Western States, being the first to invade
Mormondora. Congregationalists have expended in educational >^v
work in the South more money than all the other denomjna- .,^^ )//
tions conbined. Through General Armstrong they built up the i% J^
most famous school for negroes and Indians in the world. The^r ^--^ .^ \
theological seminaries stand at the head of institutions of iiheir i ~ ^._ |
kind. They have given to the country masters of their aj^t 5a 'j^ '^ ! ^
all departments of literature. They are issuing a steady stre^ai ^ , V'\
of high-grade periodical publications. . '^^'> 'V tccfc^
Congregationalists founded the first foreign missioliary ■' ''' '^
society in this country, have sustained a great and ever-increas-
ing Home Missionary work, have produced the most successful
evangelists, — among them Finney, Nettleton and Moody, — and
have taken the lead in newer forms of Christian work, such as
institutional churches, college settlements, and rescue missions.
9. What do Congregationalists require for church mem-
bership ?
Evidence of repentance for sin, faith in the Lord Jesus
Christ, and a renewed life.
10. What range of freedom is allowed ?
Individual interpretation of the Scriptures accepted as the
rule of life ; choice between immersion and sprinkling in baptism
as preferred ; the use or the rejection of liturgical forms ;
decision by the individual of mooted questions touching conduct
within the limits of pure morals.
11. What is the attitude of Congregationalism toward other
branches of the Christian Church ?
Congregationalism recognizes all evangelical bodies as parts
of the general Church of Christ. It has aimed to live in peace
and sympathy with them, co-operating, as far as possible, in all
good works. A Congregationalist, Rev. W. W. Patton, D.D.,
originated the Evangelical Alliance, and the denomination has
favored all wise efforts looking to greater organic unity.
— The Congregationalist Handbook.
10 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
CONGREGATIONAL PRINCIPLES.
The following are Congregational principles of church
government as formulated in the report of the Committee on
Manual to the National Council of the United States :
.1 / /^ ' ' 1. The Church Universal. — The visible church universal
'"4§ Composed of those who, believing themselves to be born of
the Sp.irit, publicly confess their faith in Christ as their Saviour
and Lord. All Christians, being equally related to the Head of
tbe Church, are equal in all rights and privileges., and should be
iti communion with one another.
,2. The Seat of Church Power. — Neither is a single
universal church government claiming authority, nor one which
is national, provincial, diocesan or synodical, warranted by the
word of God ; but only local congregations (i.e. churches) of
believers. These particular churches have all needful power of
self-government under Christ, but are to be in recognized com-
munion and co-operation with each other ; including all evan-
gelical churches of whatever name, which will accept such
fellowship.
3. The Local Church. — Those believers who dwell
together in one place become a church by their recognition of
each other, and their mutual agreement to observe Christ's
ordinances in one society. (Platform of 1865.)
4. The Fellowship of the Churches. — But inasmuch
as all evangelical churches should be in communion one with
another, they should extend to each other the formal recogni-
tion of that fellowship, and manifest it by assisting each other
with advice and necessary help, by consulting together in all
matters of common concern, and by co-operating in work for the
advancement of Christ's kingdom.
5. The Christian Ministry. — Men who in the judgment
of the churches are called of God to the ministry of the Word,
are by these to be set apart to that service with prayer and
laying on of hands. The apostolic injunction, " Lay hands
suddenly on no man," requires that due examination be first
made as to natural gifts, education, knowledge of the Scriptures,
Christian experience, and the divine call to preach the Word.
Nor is any man to be regarded as retaining fellowship as an
ordained minister unless he remain in orderly connection with
some body of churches capable of certifying their continued
approval.
CONDUCT OF BUSINESS. 11
CONDUCT OF BUSINESS.
Ecclesiastical bodies act under the ordinary rules for the
transaction of business in deliberative assemblies. These are
collated in manuals, like those of Gushing and Roberts, and are
a kind of common law. It is to be assumed that they are in
force unless special rules or by-laws interfere.
Permanent organizations, holding stated meetings, commonly
have a prescribed method for entering on business. If the
officer whose duty it is to call the meeting to order is not
present, any member can do it, but the oldest member present
may consider that the duty devolves on him.
Ecclesiastical Transactions.
Formation of a Church.
When several persons desire to form themselves into a
church, they may appoint a committee to call a council to which
the question shall be submitted. They should present to the
council their reasons for forming a new church, amcmg which
should be their ability to sustain stated worship, the creed
which they propose to adopt, and the covenant into which they
propose to enter. If the council approve the movement it can
constitute the church and admit it to Christian fellowship. The
following is a proper form for a letter missive on such an
occasion :
Place and date To the Congregational
Church in
Beloved Brethren : — The Great Head of the Church having
inclined a number of believers here to think it their duty to
associate themselves as a Congregational Church, they request
you by pastor and delegate to meet in council at [house of
meeting desiginated] in [locality designated] on the day of
.... 19. . . . at [hour of day] to review the action which has
already been taken, and to consider the expediency of the
further action proposed. Should you deem it expedient you
12 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
are desired, in connection with appropriate public exercises, to
organize a church and extend to it the fellowship of the Con-
gregational Churches. Wishing you grace, mercy and peace.
Your brethren in Christ,
Committee in behalf of the proposed Church.
Here should follow a list of the Churches and persons
invited to sit in the Council.
Admission of New Members.
It is the belief of Congregationalists that only the regener-
ate should come to the Lord's Table. Those, therefore, who
unite on the confession of their faith should be examined as to
their Christian experience and be admitted only on evidence of
a change of heart. The examination may be before the church
as a whole, or before a committee appointed by and reporting to
the church. Persons admitted to a church by letter are accepted
on the testimony of other churches as to their Christian
character.
The Dismission of Mevfibers.
Persons who have entered into covenannt with a church
can be released only by death, although any one may be excom-
municated for breach of the covenant. But church members, in
good and regular standing, may transfer their relations from
one church to another. This is done by letters of dismission and
recommendation. Since the connection with the church giving
the letter is not severed till the letter is accepted by the church
receiving it, it is well that there be attached to the letter a form
to be filled and returned to the church by which it was given
announcing its reception.
The following forms are generally used :
CONDUCT OF BUSINESS. 13
Name of Church
Place Date
To the Church of
Dear Brethren :
This certifies that is a member
of this Church, in good and regular standing, and as such
at own request, is dismissed from us, and affection-
ately recommended to your care and fellowship, and when we
are duly advised of reception by you,
special relation to us will be dissolved.
Wishing you grace, mercy and peace in behalf of the Church
-.. Clerk.
19....
This Certifies that by letter from . , . . ;
Congregational Church of
was received into the membership of the ,
Church on 10
Fill up and return this Certificate promptly to
". . . . Clerk.
A letter of admission should ordinarily contain the name of
the church to which the member asking dismission is recom-
mended. A dismission to the churches in general should be
avoided.
Church Discipline.
Ofienses against good order in the church are usually spoken
of as of two kinds ; private and public.
It is the duty of the church to free itself, as far as possible,
from complicity with offenses of either kind. Private offenses
should be privately removed, unless the church is compelled to
14 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
take public notice of them. If anyone is aware that his brother
has aught against him he is to leave everything, — the " gift
before the altar," — and first be reconciled to his brother. When
an offender fails to make reparation, the injured one is to go to
him and " show him his fault." If harmony is not restored the
process of discipline laid down in Matt, xviii : 15-17 is to be
pursued. Public offenses require church action from the first.
Any member of the church may make charges against the delin-
quent, or the church may appoint some one to make them. In
case of scandalous offenses the church should promptly exclude
the guilty one, 1 Cor. v : 3, 5-13 ; 2 Thess. iii : 6. For some sins
evidence of true penitence cannot be given at once. In all cases
of discipline the charges of delinquency should be clearly stated
in writing. In the church action by which a member is excluded
the reasons for exclusion should be definitely set forth so as at
any time to justify its decision.
Calling a Council.
The following form of a letter missive may be used in call-
ing d council to ordain or install the pastor :
Teh Congregational Church in
TO the Congregational Church in
Sendeth Greeting.
The Great Head of the Church has united us, and the con-
gregation statedly worshipping with us, in the choice of Rev.
as our pastor, and he has
accepted our invitation to that office. We, therefore, request
your attendance, by pastor and delegate, at our church on the
day of at o'clock,
to examine the candidate, to review our proceedings, and to
advis3 us in reference to the same ; and, if judged expedient, to
conduct the installation [ordination] services.
[Here should follow a list of the churches and persons in-
vited to take part in the council.]
SOME CONGREGATIONAL DATES. 15
SOME CONGREGATIONAL DATES.
1582. Browne's " Statement of Congregational Principles "
published.
1583. John Coppin and Elias Thacker suffered martyrdom
by hanging at Bury St. Edmund-^, London.
1586. John Greenwood and Henry Barrowe, imprisoned at
London.
1588 The Martin Mar-Prelate Tracts
1592. First known modern Congregational church organ-
ized in London.
1593. Greenwood, Barrowe and Penry suffered martyr-
dom by hanging. Other members imprisoned.
1595. The Congregational church at Amsterdam, Holland.
1602. Congregational church organized at Gainsborough,
England.
1606. Scrooby church organized. Gainsborough church
removed to Amsterdam, and 1607-08 the Scrooby church did
likewise.
1609. John Robinson, with members of the Scrooby
church, settled at Leyden.
1620. Pilgrims left Leyden, July 21 ; sailed in Mayflower
from Plymouth, September 16 ; landed at Plymouth, Mass..
Dec. 21.
1629. Second Congregational church in America, at
Salem.
1630. First Church at Dorchester, Mass.
1654. Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of England.
1685. Sir Edmund Andros seized Old South Meeting
House, Boston, for Episcopal services.
1701. Yale College founded.
1727. Jonathan Edwards ordained at Northampton.
1769. Dartmouth College founded.
1775. The first Congregational church in Newfoundland
orjianized at St. Johns.
1778. Andover College founded.
1795. The London Foreign Missionary Society founded.
16 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
1801. The first Congregational church organized in Lower
Canada, at Quebec.
1805. The first Sunday School in Canada, by the Congre-
gational church in Quebec.
1810. American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Mis-
sions founded.
1819. The first Congregational church organized in Upper
Canada, at Frome.
1821. Amherst College, founded,
1830. The first Congregational church in Australia.
1831. Organization of Union of England and Wales.
1833. Oberlin College founded.
1838. The commencement of the Congregational College
of Canada.
1847. Beloit College, founded.
1848. Iowa College, founded.
1858. Chicago Theological Seminary, founded.
1847. Union of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick founded.
1853. Canada Congregational Missionary Society formed,
by union of Societies previously existing in Upper and Lower
Canada. Union of Ontario and Quebec organized.
1856. The Canada Congregational Provident Fund estab-
lished.
1871. National Council of the Churches of the United
States, instituted at Oberlin.
1874. The Congregational Publishing Company, Toronto,
incorporated.
1877. The Woman's Board of Missions of N.S. and N.B.
instituted.
1881. First Christian Endeavor Society, at Williston
Congregational Church, Portland, Me. The Canada Congrega-
tional Foreign Missionary Society formed.
1886. The Canada Congregational Woman's Board of Mis-
sions formed.
1891. First International Congregational Council, London,
England.
1899. Second International Congregational Council, Bos-
ton, Mass.
1900. Various Congregational activities, to mark the in-
coming century.
PROMINENT CONGREGATIONALISTS. 17
PROMIJNENT CONGREGATIONALISTS.
Other names might be given almost indefinitely. The clas-
sification is by no means exclusive ; the same name in repeated
instances might be given in other classes, perhaps more appro-
priately than in the one in which it appears.
Preachers. — Jonathan Edwards, William Jay, John Angell
James, Lyman Beecher, Henry Ward Beecher, R. W. Dale, Wm.
M. Taylor, Richard Salter Storrs, Joseph Parker, Newman Hall,
Charles A. Berry, George A. Gordon, Richard F. Horton.
Evangelists. — Ashael Nettleton, Charles G. Finney, John
White, Dwight L. Moody, E. P. Hammond.
Theologians. — Horace Bushnell, J. Pye Smith, Ralph
Wardlaw, J. Baldwin Brown, Edward A. Park, A. M. Fairbairn,
Lyman Abbott.
Missionaries. — John Eliot, John Williams, Robert Mor-
rison, Robert MofFatt, David Livingstone, Henry Lyman, David
Brainard, Cyrus Hamlin.
Hymnologists. — Isaac Watts, Philip Doddridge.Ray Palmer,
Timothy Dwight, James Morison, Phoebe H. Brown, Samuel
Walcott, Benjamin Tappan, J. E. Rankin.
Philosophers. — John Locke, Mark Hopkins, Noah Porter,
Julius H. Seelye.
Philanthropists and Reformers. — John Howard, John
B, Gough, Graham Taylor, Jane Addams.
Sociological Writers. — Washington Gladden, Josiah
Strong, Richard T. Ely, Samuel L. Loomis, Robert A. Woods.
Statesmen. — Oliver Cromwell, Sir Harry Vane, President
John Adams, Nelson Dingley, Albert Spicer,
Jurists. — Theodore Woolsey, Benjamin V. Abbott, David
J. Brewster.
Devotional Writers. — Thomas C. Upham, Austin Phelps,
F. B. Meyer, Dr. E. N. Kirk.
Workers and Writers for Young People. — Francis E.
Clark, H. Clay Trumbull, Asa Bullard, F. N. Peloubet, George
M. Boynton.
Writers of Fiction. — George W. Cable, Elizabeth Stuart
Phelps, J. G. Hollan'l, Harriet Beecher Stowe.
Other Authors. — John Milton, Daniel De Foe, John
Bunyan, Charles Carleton Cofiin.
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18
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
ENGLISH CONGREGATIONALISTS.
REV. A. M. FAIRBAIRN, D.D.
Principal A. M. Fairbairn, of Mansfield College, is easily
the foremost theologian of to-day. Impartial and competent
critics have assigned to him this honorable position. As a
preacher he can bombard his audience for almost any length of
time, and that without a single note. As an author his works
are in all the best theological libraries, where readers of every
denomination can profit from his strength and clearness of
thought.
ENGLISH CONGREGATIONALISTS.
19
REV. H. ARNOLD THOMAS, M.A.
Rev. H. Arnold Thomas, of Bristol, the retiring Chairman
of the Congregational Union of England and Wales, is a man
whom Congregationalists deliglit to honor. In the pulpit his
utterances are marked by beauty of expression and clearness of
thought. As a pastor and citizen, Mr. Thomas is beloved by all,
and the very highest words are freely spoken of his nobleness
of heart and soul.
20
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
MR. ALBERT SPICER, M.R
The record of Mr. Spicer is an honorable one. Some years
ago he ably filled the chair of the Congregational Union of
England and Wales, and has long been prominent in the counsels
and work of the denomination. In the English Parliament his
career has been marked by untiring efforts to advance every
social and reform movement. Mr. Spicer is an example of
statesmen who are needed to-daJ^
ENGLISH CONGREGATIONALISTS.
21
REV. D. BURFORD HOOKE.
Our Canadian Congregationalism has no truer friend than
the Rev. D. Burford Hooke, of the C9lonial Missionary Society
of London, England, whose visit to Canada one year ago is
remembered with pleasure. His too short sojourn in the
Dominion was fully used in visiting the churches between the
Atlantic and the Pacific, and few men could have done as much
in so short a time. Since his return to England, Mr. Hooke has
been very actively furthering the interests of our work in
Canada.
22
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOoK.
UNITED STATES CONGREGATIONALISTS.
HON. S. B. CAPEN, LL.D.
Mr. Capen, whose portrait appears above, is the new presi-
dent of the American Board of Foreign Missions, and has for
many years been a leading spirit in Congregational circles. To
the Presidency of the Board he will bring the ability and
energy which have marked his private business, his efforts for
education, municipal reform and Christian work. As a speaker
he is able and effective, and makes good use of his talents.
UNITED STATES CONGREGATIONALISTS.
23
REV. FRANUIS K CLARK, D.D.
Dr. Clark, founder and president of the Christian Endeavor
Society, needs no introduction to the reader. His work is world
wide, and it will be interesting to those unacquainted with the
fact, to know that his birth-place was in Canada.
24
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
HON. J. B. ANGELL, LL.D.
President Angell, of Michigan University, the presiding-
otHcer at the recent International Council, is well known as one
of the leading educationists of the day. In affairs of state he
has also been prominent, having served with great efficiency^
and that at a trying time, as Minister to Turkey.
REV. F. A. NOBLE, D.D., CHICAGO.
Moderator of the National Council.
26 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
CONGREGATIONAL INSTITUTIONS, 1900-1901.
Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec. —
Chairman for 1900, Mr. Edmund Yeigh, Toronto.
Chairtaan for 1901, Rev. J. H. George, D.D., Montreal.
Sec-Treasurer, Rev. John P. Gerrie, 90 Langley Avenue, Toronto.
Next meeting in Toionto, June, 1901.
Congregational Union of Nova Scotia and New
Brunswick. — Ghafrman, Rev. J. M. Austin, Brooklyn, N.S. ;
Secretary, Rev. Jacob W. Cox, Lower Selmah, N.S. ; Treasurer,
Mr. Charles E. MacMichael, St. John, N.B.
Congregational College of Canada, Montreal. — Prin-
ci^sa^, Rev. Joseph Henry George, D.D., Montreal ; Secretary of
Board, and of the College, Rev. E. Munson Hill, D.D., 25 Cres-
cent St., Montreal ; Treasurer, Thomas Moodie, 30 St. John St.,
Montreal.
Canada Congregational Missionary Society. — Presi-
dent, Charles Gushing, Montreal ; Secretary, Rev. Wm. Mc-
intosh, Ottawa ; Treasurer, Charles R. Black, Bank of Toronto
Cham'.ers, Montreal.
Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society. —
President, Rev. T. B. Hyde, Toronto ; Secretary, Rev. E Munson
Hill, 25 Crescent St., Montreal ; Treasurer, Rev. Wm. T. Gunn,
Embro, Ont.
Woman's Board of Missions. — President, Mrs. D. Macal-
lum, Kingston ; Secretary, Mrs. J. D. Nasmith, 207 Bloor St. E.,
Toronto ; Treasurer, Miss Rhoda Jones, 3 Edward St., Montreal.
Woman's Board of Missions, N.S. and N.B. — President,
Rev. Joseph Thackeray ; Treasurer, John Cowan ; Secretary,
W. J. Barnes, St. Johns, Nfld.
Provident Fi'nd Society. — President, Charles Alexander,
Montreal ; Secretary-Treasurer, Thomas Moodie, 30 St. John
St., Montreal.
Congregational Publishing Company. — President, John
C. Copp, Toronto ; Editor of Year Book and of Canadian
Congregationalist, and Secretary, Rev. J. P. Gerrie, 90 Langley
Ave., Toronto ; Treasurer, Mr. George Pim, 57 Alexander St.,
Toronto.
CONGREGATIONAL INSTITUTIONS. 27
Colonial Missionary Society.— ^Secretor^/, Rev. D. Bur-
ford Hooke, Memorial Hall, Farringdon St., London, England.
London Missionary Society, — Foreign Secretaries, Rev.
R. Wardlaw Thompson and Rev. George Cousins; Office, 14
Blomfield St., London Wall, London, England.
Congregational Union of England and Wales. — Sec-
retary, Rev. William James Woods, Memorial Hall, Farringdon
St., London, England.
CoNGREGA lONAL Union OF SCOTLAND, — Secretary, Rev-
W. Hope Davidson, 30 George Square, Edinburgh,
Congregational Union of Ireland. — Secretary, Rev,
James Cregan, Knock Croom, Belfast, Ireland.
National Council of the Congregational Churches
of the United States. — Moderator, Rev. F. A, Noble, D.D.,
Chicago.
American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Mis-
sions.— Secretaries, Revs. Judson Smith, D.D. ; Charles H,
Daniels, D.D. ; James L. Barton, D.D. ; Treasurer, Frank H.
Wiggins ; Office, Congregational House, Boston, Mass. Receipts
for i899, $644,200 89.
Congregational Sunda.y School and Publishing So-
ciety.— Secretary, Rev. George M. Boynton, D.D. ; Office, Con-
gregational House, Boston, Mass. Receipts for last year,
$63,078.91,
Congregational Home Missionary Society. — Secretaries,
Rev. Joseph B. Clark, D.D. ; Rev. Washington Choate, D.D. ;
Office, Fourth Avenue and 22nd St., New York. Receipts for
yearendiDg March 31st, 1900, $516,245.79,
American Missionary Association. — Secretary, Rev. A,
F. Beard, D.D,, Fourth Ave., and 22nd St., New York, Income
for past year, $297,681.98.
Congregational Church Building Society. — Rev. C, H,
Taintor, Chicago, Field Secretary. Receipts for 1899, $247,-
307.38.
Congregational Education Society. — Secretary, Charles
O. Day, Congregational House, Boston. Receipts for last year,
$147,372.
28 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
GENERAL CONGREGATIONAL STATISTICS.
I. BRITISH NORTH AMERICA.
In the Dominion of Canada and the Island of Newfound-
land there are two Congregational Unions ; 5 Associations ; 122
Churches; 105 Ministers, 17 of whom are not in pastoral work,
and 5 are on Foreign Missions fields.
II. ENGLAND AND WALES.
England and Wales have one Congregational Union, meet-
ing in London in May, and in some place in the provinces in
Autumn. London has a Metropolitan Congregational Union,
388 churches, mission rooms and stations, with 220,363 sittings.
There are 54 County Associations, 2,890 ministers (includ-
ing London as above) ; seating accommodation for 1,636,269
persons , 4,592 churches and mission stations.
III. SCOTLAND.
Scotland has one Congregational Union, 202 churches, of
which 7 are without pastors. There are 7 ministers' associa-
tions, 206 ministers, of whom 30 are without pastoral charge.
IV. IRELAND.
Ireland has one Congregational Union ; 46 churches ; 28
ministers, of whom six are without charge ; 96 preaching
stations, at which the various ministers preach, assisted by 41
lay preachers. Church members, 2,265.
V. CHANNEL ISLANDS.
One Congregational Union ; 1 1 churches, in three of which
the services are in English, the others in French ; 8 ministers,
5 without charges.
Total. — The English Congregational Year Book for 1900
says : " There are 8,132 ministers in the British Isles. Of these
GENERAL CONGREGATIONAL STATISTICS. 29
289 are temporarily without pastoral charge, 68 aie engaged in
tutorial or other professional work, 53 are secretaries, and 307
have retired from pastoral duty. Evangelists and Lay Pastors,
as returned by County Associations, 221." Total Congrega-
tional Churches for the British Isles, as per this year's published
returns, 4,851.
VI. UNITED STATES.
I'he number of Congregational churches in the United
States, as given in the U. S. Congregational Year Book for
1900, is 5,604. Ministers, 5,614, of whom 1,959 are not in
pastoral work. Number of church members, 629,874 ; in Sun-
day schools. 682,907. Number in Christian Endeavor Societies,
191,753.
VII. AUSTRALASIA.
In Australia and New Zealand there are 7 Congregational
Unions, 326 churches and preaching stations, 204 ministers,
including 45 without pastoral charge.
VIII. MADAGASCAR.
Before the French obtained possession of the Island, there
were 909 native Congregational churches, under the "charge of
the London Missionary Society, and 400 self-supporting Con-
gregational churches ; with 4,600 day-schools.
IX. HAWAII.
These islands contain about 60 Congregational churches,
with a membership of 7,000. The Theological Institute at
Honolulu educates ministers both for the home and foreign
field. These islands have, within twenty years, been so entirely
Christianized, under the efforts of the American missionaries,
that now the Hawaiian Evangelical Association sustains mission-
aries on the Marquesas and Gilbert Islands.
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34i CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
MA.NITOBA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA.
No Statistics Received.
Winnipeg, Central. — Pastor, Rev. J. B. Silcox, settled
June, 1900; building brick, sittings 900, value S35,600; parson-
age valued at $4,500.
Winnipeg, Maple St.— Pastor, Rev. W. A. Vrooman, settled
early in 1899. Evening attendance about 115.
Brandon.— Rev. Geo. Brett has just begun work, so that
no report is available. Building frame, and valued at 83,000.
Wetaskiwin, Alta.— Pastor, Eric Ostergren, settled 1898.
Membership, 42.
Vancouver.— Pastor, Rev. J. H. Bainton, settled 1897.
Building, frame, sittings, 500.
Victoria.— Pastor, Rev. Fred Payne, settled 1898. Mem-
bership of church, 55.
Nelson.— Pastor, Rev. Wm. Munroe. A commodious new
building is in course of erection. Evening congregations of
500.
NEWFOUNDLAND.
Home Missionary Society, in connection with the Colonial
Missionary Society. President, Rev. J. Thackeray, St. John's.
Board of Education and Teachers' Training School.
Chairman, Rev. J. Thackeray. Secretary-Treasurer, Mr.
Duley.
Churches.
St. John's, Queen's Road.— Founded 1775 ; Pastor, Rev.
J. Thackeray, settled 1897.
Twillingate.— Founded 1877 ; Pastor, Rev. J. Squires.
The other churches and stations are Random, Fortune Bay,,
Pool's Cave and Little Bay East. 1
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHES,
35
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHES IN CANADA AND
NEWFOUNDLAND.
Alton, Ont.
Ayers Flat, Que.
Barrie, Ont.
Belwood, Ont.
Beach Meadows, N.S.
Bowmanville, Ont.
Brandon, Man.
Brantford, Ont.
Brigham, Que.
Brooklyn, N.S.
Burford, Ont.
Caledon, South, Ont.
Chebogue, N.S.
Churchill, Ont.
Cobourg, Ont.
Cold Springs, Ont.
Cowansville, Que.
Dais ton, Ont.
Danville, Que.
Eaton, Que.
Edgar, Ont.
Economy, N.S.
Edgeworth, Ont.
Embro, Ont.
Erin, North, Ont.
Fitch Bay, Que.
Forest, Ont.
Forest, Lake Shore, Ont.
Fortune Bay, Nfld.
Franklin Centre, Que,
Frome, Ont.
Garafraxa, Ont.
Georgetown, Ont.
Granby, Que.
Guelph, Ont.
Hamilton, First, Ont.
'* Immanuel.
Hawkesbury, Ont,
Hemford, N.S.
Howick, Ont.
Humber Summit, Ont.
Kelvin, Ont.
Keswick Ridge, N.B,
Kincardine, Ont.
Kingsport, N.S.
Kingston, First, Ont,
Bethel.
" Calvary.
Lanark, Ont.
Lennoxville, Que.
Listowel, Ont.
Little Bay, East, Nfld,
Liverpool, N.S.
London, First, Ont.
" Southern, Ont.
Maitland, N.S.
" South,
Manchester, N.S,
Manilla, Ont.
Margaree, N.S,
Martintown, Ont,
Maxville, Ont,
Melbourne, Que.
Middleville, Ont.
Milltown, N.B.
Milton, N.S.
Montreal, Calvary, Que.
" Emmanuel.
" Pt. St. Charles.
" Westmount.
'« Zion.
" Amherst Park.
New Durham, Ont.
Noel, N.S.
Ottawa, First, Ont,
" Welcome -Zion.
Paris, Ont.
Pine Grove, Ont.
Pleasant River, N S.
Random, Nfld.
Rugby, Ont.
Sarnia, Ont.
Scotland, Ont.
Selmah, Lower, N.S.
Sheffield, N.B.
Sherbrooke, Que.
Speedside, Ont.
Stanstead, South, Que,
Stouffville, Ont.
Stratford, Ont,
St. Andrews, Que.
St. Catharines, Ont.
St. John, N.B.
St. Johns, Nfld.
Toronto, Bond St., Ont.
" Broadview Ave.
Hope,
" Northern.
" Olivet.
" Parkdale.
" Western.
" Zion.
Truro, N.S.
Turnberry, Ont.
Twillingate, Nfld.
Ulverton, Que.
Vancouver, B.C.
Victoria, B.C.
Vankleek Hill, Ont.
Warwick, Ebenezer, Ont.
Zion.
Watford, Ont.
Waterville, Que.
Wingham, Ont.
Winnipeg, Central, Man.
" Maple Street.
Wetaskiwin, Alb.
Woodstock, Ont.
Yarmouth, N.S.
36
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
CONGREGATIONAL MINISTERS IN CANADA AND
NEWFOUNDLAND.
Ashdown, Charles R., Stouffville, Ont.
Alexander, J. L., Mlddleville, Ont.
Austin, J. M., Brooklyn, N.S.
Baker, W. Moulding, Woodstock, Ont.
Bainton, J. H., Vancouver, B.C.
Ball, G. W., Liverpool, N.S.
Beavis, H. S., D.U., Hamilton, Ont.
Braine, A., Margaree, N.S.
*Barker, Enoch, 4 Simpson Ave.,
Toronto.
•Barker, Joseph, De Bee, N.B.
Barnett, J. H. , Bowmanville, Ont.
*Black, Robert K., Granby, Que.
*Black, James R., Kingston, Ont.
Bolton, Charles E., Belwood, Ont.
Botterill, E M. C, Barrie, Ont.
Braithwaite, E. E., Yarmouth, N.S.
Brett, George, Brandon, Man.
Brown, J. L., Wood Bay, Man.
*Clarke, William F., Guelph, Ont.
Claris, William H. A., London, Ont.
Coburn, D., Kingsport, N.S.
Collins, William, Kincardine, Ont.
Cox, Jacob W., Lower Selmah, N.S.
Craig, S. S., Toronto, Ont.
Creelman, Harlan, Ph.D., Montreal.
Currie, Walter T., African Mission.
Craik, Galen, H., Waterville, Que.
Daley, James T., Maxville, Ont.
Day, Benjamin W., St. Andrews, Que
Day, Frank J., Sherbrooke, Que.
Dufif, Charles, Toronto.
Extence, George, Hamilton, Ont.
*renwick, Kenneth M., Westmount,
Que.
Forbes, T. R., Listowel, Ont.
Cerrie, John P., 90 Langley Ave.,
Toronto.
•Goddard, Henry, Milton, N.S.
Oottin, J. W., Wingham, Ont.
Cordon, J Logan, Toronto, Ont.
*Gray, Matthew S., Laurel, Ont.
Cunn, William T., Embro, Ont.
*George, J. H., D.D., Cong. College,
NIontreal.
Gilroy, W. E., Toronto.
Hambly, D. D., Melbourne, Que.
Hay, Robert, Eaton, Que.
Hamilton, D. S., 39;^ Bourgeois Street,
Montreal.
Hill, E. Munson, D.D., 25 Crescent
Street, Monti'eal.
*Hindley, John I., Ph D., Guelph, Ont.
Hindley, William J., Guelph, Ont.
Hopkin, Robert, Westmount, Que.
Horsey, Harold I., Ottawa.
Hyde, T. B., 64 Isabella St , Toronto.
Johnston, Wallace, Franklin Centre, Que.
Kelly, xMatthew, Edgar, Ont.
Leggette, Thomas, Kingston, Ont.
Lewis, J. T., Tilbury, Ont.
Tjennox, A. M., Kingston, Ont.
*Macallum, Daniel, Kingston, Ont.
Macallum, F. W., Turkey Mission.
Mair, John A. , Manitoba.
Mason, H. E., Georgetown, Ont.
Main, Arthur W., Danville, Que.
Margrett, Albert, Burford, Ont.
Mc('uaig, Joseph A. C, Toronto.
MacCoU, Evan C. W., Manitoba.
McCormack, A., Cold Springs, Ont.
McGuire, John, East Toronto.
Macintosh, William, Ottawa.
Macintosh, David C, Lanark, Out.
Mackenzie, George A., Stratford, Ont.
McKillican, John, Montreal, Que.
McLean, Thomas D., Milltown, N.B.
, Moore, Churchill, Milton, N.S.
Murrman, A., Montreal, Que.
*Morton, John, 85 Hannah St. W.,
Hamilton.
Munroe, T. A., Brigham, Que.
Munroe, W., Nelson, B.C.
Oakley, E. C, London, Ont.
Ostergren, Erik, Wetaskiwin, Alb.
Pritchard, William S., Granby, Que.
Pedley, Hugh, Montreal, Que.
Pedley, .James W., Toronto, Ont.
Pedley, Hilton, Japan Mission.
Pollock, A. F., Speedside, Ont.
Purdon, D. W., Chebogue, N.S.
Read, W. F., African Mission.
Read, George E., Stanstead, Que
*Reikie, Thomas M., Wiarton, Ont.
Richardson, A. W., M.D., Kingston, Ont
•Robinson, Robert, Wiarton, Ont.
DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONS.
ST
Routliffe, C. H., Watford, Out.
Ross, A. B., Keswick Ridge, N.B.
Rose, Edwin, Ayers Fiat,
i^almou, John, Toronto.
Secord, A., Forest, Ont.
Silcox, Edwin D. , Paris, Ont.
Skinner, George, Frome, Ont.
Smith, William W., Brantford, Out.
Silcox, J. B., Winnipeg, Man.
Squires, John, Random, Nfld.
*Syke3, Simeon, Frederickton, N.B.
Shaver, M. A., Cobourg, Ont.
Taylor, W. A., St. Catharines, Ont.
* Not in pastoral office.
Thomas, H. F,, Toronto.
Thackeray, Joseph, St. Johns, Nfid.
*Unsworth, Joseph, 80 First Ave.,
Toronto.
Unsworth, Joseph K. , Hamilton, Ont.
Vrooman, W. A., Winnipeg, Man.
Warriner, W. Henry, D.D., 7 Shuter
Street, Montreal.
Watt, R. G. , T^'itch Bay, Que.
Watson, W. H., Cowansville, Que.
*Wood, John, Ottawa.
Whyte, George M., Pleasant River,
N.S.
DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONS.
I. WESTERN ASSOCIATION, ONTARIO.
Next Meeting, Stratford, October, 1900.
Rev.
W. H. A. Claris,
John Morton,
J. T. Daley, B.A.,
A. Margrett,
W. W. Smith,
J. K. Unsworth, B. A
H. S. Beavis, D.D.,
W, M. Baker,
G. A. Mackenzie,
MEMBERS.
Rev. C. R. Ashdown,
" A. F. McGregor, B. A.
" C. E. Bolton,
" J. I. Hindley, Ph.D.
" W. J. Hindley,
" E. D. Silcox,
" W. F. Clarke,
" E. C. W. McCoU,
" G. Skinner,
Rev. J. Scholfield, Ph.D.,
, " M. Kelly,
" A. F. Pollock,
, "J. McGuire,
" J. W. Goffin,
" W. T. Gunn, M.A..
B.D.
" E. C. Oakley.
Brantford,
Burford,
Belwood,
Embro,
Forest,
Frome,
Fergus,
Garafraxa,
Guelph,
London Distribt.
Tilbury,
London, First,
London, Southern,
Frome,
Woodstock,
Embro.
ASSOCIATE CHURCHES.
Hamilton, First,
Hamilton, Immanuel,
Kincardine,
Listowel,
London, First,
London, Southern,
New Durham,
Paris,
Scotland,
Speedside,
Sarnia,
Stratford,
St. Catharines,
Turnberry,
Wingham,
Woodstock,
Watford.
Brantford District. Stratford District.
Brantford,
Paris,
Burford,
New Durham,
Kelvin,
Scotland,
Hamilton, First,
Hamilton, Immanuel,
St. Catharines.
Stratford,
Listowel,
Wingham,
Turnberry,
Kincardine,
Howick.
38
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
GuELPH District.
Lambton District.
Guelph,
Garafraxa,
Sarnia,
Plympton
Speedside,
Belwood.
Forest,
Ebenezer,
Fergus,
Watford,
Lake Shore,
Warwick.
HOME MISSIONARY COMMITTEE.
Revs. J. K. Unsworth, Hamilton, and W. J. Hindley, Guelph.
II. TORONTO DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, ONTARIO.
Next Meeting, Cobourg, October, 1900.
Alton,
Barrie,
Bowmanville,
Churchill,
Edgar,
Georgetown,
Humber Summit,
ASSOCIATE CHURCHES.
Pine Grove,
Rugby,
South Caledon,
StouflfviUe,
Toronto, Zion,
Bond St.
Toronto, Northern,
" Western,
" Olivet,
" Parkdale,
" Hope,
" Broadview Ave.
President — Rev. J. P. Gerrie, 90 Langley Ave., Toronto.
Treastirer— Mr. W. J. Stibbs, 55 Charles St. , Toronto.
Begktrar — Mr. William Revell, 618 Ontario St., Toronto.
The Association is one of chxirches. All members of Congregational churches,
within the bounds of the Association, whose churches give to the funds of the
Association an annual contribution, are members of the Association.
III. EASTERN ASSOCIATION, ONTARIO.
Rev. H. I. Horsey,
" W. Macintosh,
•' D. C. Macintosh,
MINISTERS.
Rev. A. W. Richardson,
" D. Macallum,
" J. L. Alexander.
CHURCHES.
Maxville, Middleville and Rosetta, Kingston, Calvary,
Martintown, Kingston, First, Ottawa, First,
Lanark, *' Bethel, " Welcome Zion.
Secretary— Rev. William Macintosh, Ottawa.
DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONS.
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IV. QUEBEC ASSOCIATION.
MINISTERS.
Rev. E. M. Hill, D.D.,
11 John McKillican,
II Thomas Hall,
1. W. H. Warriner, D.D.
M A. W. Main,
.. R. G. Watt, B.D.,
1. G. H. Craik, B.A.,
.1 G. E. Read,
11 W. Macintosh,
1, T. A. Munroe, B.A.
11 W. Johnston,
M B. W. Day,
.1 F. J. Day, B.D.,
Ayers Flat,
Brigham,
Cowansville,
Danville,
Eaton,
Fitch Bay,
Franklin Centre,
Rev.'R. Hay,
II R. Hopkin,
11 R. K. Black,
11 D. S. Hamilton, B.A.,
M J. H. George, D.D.,
11 J. L. Alexander,
.1 W. H. Watson,
„ W. S. Pritchard, B.D.,
„ Hugh Pedley, B.A. ,
11 Harlan Creelman, Ph.D.,
1, Edwin Rose, Ayers Flat,
11 A. Murrman, Montreal.
ASSOCIATE CHURCHES.
Granby,
Montreal, Emmanuel,
11 Calvary,
11 Zion,
Pt. St. Charles,
M Bethlehem,
Melbourne,
St. Andrews,
Stanstead, South,
Sherbrooke,
Waterville,
Maxville,
St. Elmo.
Moderator — Rev. Thomas Hall.
Scribe — Rev. Frank J. Day.
V. MONTREAL CONGREGATIONAL CLUB,
President — Rev. Joseph Henry George, D. D.
Vice-President — Mr. T. B. Macaulay.
Secretary — Mr. A. R. Grafton.
Treasurer — Mr. Thomas Moodie.
Executive — The above officers, with Messrs. Charles Cushing,
R. S. Weir, R. W. McLachlan, aud the Chairmen of
Lookout and Reception Committees.
Lookout Committee — Rev. E. M. Hill (Chairman), Rev. D. S,
Hamilton, Rev. Dr. Warriner, Rev. R. Hopkin, Mr. George
Lyman.
Reception Committee — Mr. Charles Gurd (Chairman), Mr. C. T.
Williams, Mr. G. S. Wilson, Mr. R. G. Hood, Mr. Em.
Ohlen.
VI. EASTERN ASSOCIATION, NOVA SCOTIA.
ASSOCIATE CHURCHES.
Kingsport,
Economy,
Maitland,
Maitland South,
Lower Selmah,
Noel,
Margaree, C.B.
Manchester.
40 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
CONGREGATIONAL RECORD FOR CANADA.
I. ORDINATIONS, INSTALLATIONS ETC.
Eev. Wallace Johnston, ordained, Franklin Centre, July 4, 1899.
Rev. Frank Foster, began work at Hope Church, Toronto, July 15, 1899.
Rev. J. L. Gordon, ordained at St. John, N.B., Sept. 5, 1899.
Rev. A. M. Lennox, began work, Kingston, Bethel, September 1, 1899.
Rev. J. W. Pedley, installed at Western Church, Toronto, September 8, 1899.
Rev. J. W. Goffin, installed at Wingham, September 11, 1899.
Rev. J. M. Austin, began work at Brooklyn, N.S., September 15, 1899.
Rev. A. Murrman, installed at Zion Church, Montreal, Oct. 12th, 1900.
Rev. Thomas Leggette, began work at Kingston, Calvary, November 1, 1899.
Rev. J. T. Daley, began work at Maxville, November 12, 1899. Installed,
October 1.
Rev. E. C. Oakley, began work at London First, January 1, 1900. Reception,
January 16.
Rev. Edwin Rose, began work at Ayers Flat, December 8, 1899. Installed,
February 17, 1900.
Rev. A. Margrett, installed at Burford, January 17, 1900.
Rev, D. D. Hambly, installed at Melbourne, January 29, 1900.
Rev. W. A. Taylor, installed at St. Catharines, February 22, 1900.
Rev. Hugh Pedley, began work at Emmanuel Church, Montreal, April 1, 1900.
Installed, April 16.
Rev. Wm. Munroe, ordained at Emmanuel Church, Montreal, April 29, for home
missionary work at Nelson, B.C.
Rev. T. R. Forbes, began work at Listowel, May 1, 1900.
Rev. W. E. Gilroy, began work at Broadview Avenue, Toronto, May, 1900.
Rev. T. A. Munroe, ordained at Brigham, Quebec, Tune 15, 1900.
Rev. J. E. Silcox, began work at Central Church, Winnipeg, June 10, 1900.
Rev. A. E. Prior, began work at Wingham, July, 1900.
II. RESIGNATIONS, ETC.
Rev. John McGuire. Kincardine, July 30, 1899.
Rev. J. W. Pedley, London, First, August 31, to accept Western, Toronto.
Rev. Charles Duff, Brooklyn, September 3, 1899, to return to Toronto.
Rev. J. M Austin, to accept Brooklyn, N.S., Council, September 12, 1899.
Rev. J. P. Gerrie, Broadview Avenue, Toronto, October 16, 1899, to devote
himself wholly to editorship of The Canadian Oongregationalist.
Rev. J. T. Daley, Burford, October 31, 1899, to accept Maxville.
Rev. Thomas Hall, Melbourne, to accept Island Pond, Vt., Council, Nov. 15,
1899.
CONGREGATIONAL RECORD FOR CANADA. 41
Rev. C. Moore, Ayers Flat, Dec. 3, 1899, to accept Milton, N.S.
Rev. Hugh Pedley, Winnipeg, Central, March 15, 1900, to accept Emmanueb
Montreal.
Rev. Morgan Wood, Bond Street, Toronto, April 30, 1900, to accept Plymouth
Church, Cleveland.
Rev. H. S. Beavis, Hamilton, First, May 1, 1900.
Rev. John McGuire, Alton, Ontario, May 1, 1900.
Rev. John A. Mair, Howick, June 30, 1900.
Rev. J. W. Goffin, Wingham, May, 1900.
Rev. John Scholfield, Brantford, June 30, 1900, to return to England.
Rev. A. F. McGregor, June 30, 1900, Superintendency of C. C. M. S.
Rev, J. L. Gordon, St. John, N.B., August 31, 1900, to accept Bond Street,
Toronto.
ASSOCIATIONS, UNIONS, ETC.
Western Ontario Association, Burford, Oct. 17-18, 1899 ; Guelph, April 11 and
12, 1900.
Toronto District Association, Georgetown, October 17, 1899 ; Toronto, April 10,
1900.
Quebec Association, Waterville, October 31-November 1, 1899 ; Montreal, April
16-17, 1900.
College Opening, October 2, 1899 ; address by Rev. Professor Creelman. Closing,
April 17, 1900 ; address by Rev. Hugh Pedley.
Montreal Club, Annual Meeting, August 29, 1900. Various other meetings.
Woman's Board of Missions of Ontario and Quebec, Embro, May 30-31, 1900.
Woman's Board of Missions of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, Kingsport,
July 13, 1900.
Union of Ontario and Quebec, Montreal, June 6-11, 1900.
Union of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, Kingsport, July 11-16, 1900.
Montreal Congregational Sunday School Association, May, 1900. First meeting.
Conference on Biblical Studies, Toronto, June 26-28, 1 900.
SPECIAL SUNDAYS.
College, October 8, 1899 ; C. C. M. S., February, 1900.
C. C. F. M. S., April 8, 1900 ; C. C. M. S., in Sunday Schools, May 6, 1900.
CHURCH HAPPENINGS.
Amherst Park, Montreal, opened November 12, 1899. Renwick Church organ-
ized, January 22, 1900.
Special Anniversaries — Frome, November 12, 1900, 80 years; Danville, Novem-
ber, 1899, 70 years ; Cobourg, December 11-12, 1899, 65 years ; Western,
Toronto, February 25-26, 1900, 25 years ; Granby, February 10-11, 1900,
70 years ; Emmanuel, Montreal, June 11, 25 years.
42 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
Evangelistic Meetings — Forest, Toronto, Montreal, Scotland, Stouffville, Pleasant
River, Boynton, Speedside, Edgar, and other places.
PERSONALS.
Mr. C. T. Williams elected President of the Montreal Y. M. C. A., and Messrs.
T. J. Wilkie and Frank Yeigh, Directors of Toronto Y. M. C. A.
Mr. W. D. Lighthall, elected Mayor of Westmount.
Degree of Doctor of Divinity conferred on Rev. J. H. George, Ph.D. ; Rev. W.
H. Warriner, M.A., by C. C. C, Montreal; Rev. Morgan Wood, M.A.,
Mt. Alliance College, Ohio ; Rev. E. M. Hill, M.A., Beloit, Wisconsin;
Ph.D. on Rev. J. Scholfield, of Brantford, and Ph.B. on Rev. W. A-
Vrooman, of Winnipeg.
Rev T. B. Hyde, elected President, and Rev. H. F. Thomas, Secretary of the
Toronto General Ministerial Associition.
Student R. J. Blyth, B.A , Deacon Wilfred Dougall, and Nurse Affleck, go with
Contingent to South Africa.
Rev. J. D. McEwen takes up mission work in South America.
Dr. A. y. Massey and Mr. R. G. Moffatt leave Montreal July 26, 1899 ; reach
Chisamba, October 25, 1899.
Mrs. Currie and Mrs. MofiFat leave in May, 1900, for Chisamba.
Miss Maggie Melville returns for Canada, May 28, 1900.
OBITUARY.
Mr. James Woodrow, St. John, N.B., June 12, 1899, aged 67 years. Church
Clerk, 1861-1897. Treasurer of Union of N.S. and N.B. for many years.
Prominent and active in all denominational work.
Mrs. John McRae, Dunham, Quebec, July 19, aged 86. A consistent member of
the Cowansville Church for over thirty years, and beloved by all.
Mrs. Charles Green, of Broadview Avenue Church, Toronto, July, 1899. With
her husband, the founder of the S. S. which became the church. A
faithful, devoted member.
Mr. Archibald McKillop, September, 1899. A pioneer of church work at Inver-
ness. Full of years and service, and honored by Protestants and Catho-
lics alike.
Mrs. Julia Black, Hamilton, November, 1899. After a lingering illness, borne
with fortitude and patience, she entered her rest.
Mr. Thomas J. Tuck, Sherbrooke, November 7, 1899, aged 56. An honored
public spirited citizen, and an influential cliurch member.
Mr. Walter Blue, Sherbrooke, November 19, 1899. Another worthy citizen,
successful manufacturer, and leading church member.
Rev. Wm. M. Barbour, D. D., ex-Principal of C. C. C. in Montreal, at Maiden,
Mass., December 5, 1899. A strong theologian, scholarly, remembered
for richness of thought, beauty of expression, and nobility of soul.
CONGREGATIONAL RECORD FOR CANADA. 43
Mr. John Archibald, of Granby, at Jacksonville, JFla , December 7, 1899, aged
61. A man of ability, integrity and marked charity.
Mrs. R. K. Black, Granby, Dec. 14, 1899, aged 75. The beloved wife of Rev.
R. K Black, whose long illness revealed her Christian faith, and the
noble triumph of a useful life.
Mrs. McLenaghen, Toronto, December, 1899; daughter of Rev. Joseph Uns-
worth. Genial, kind hearted, and sorely missed.
Mr Charles Green, Broadview Avenue Church, Toronto, suddenly after attend-
ing evening service, January 7, 1900. Founder of church. A model
Superintendent, whose life was one of rare unselfishness and true great-
ness. . . ,
Mr. George Taylor, Brooklyn, N.S., January 16, aged 79. Active in every good
work.
Mrs. James Howell, wife of late Rev. James Howell, at Toronto, February 25,
1900. An example of true, unselfish and noble womanhood.
Mrs. J. C. Copp, wife of Mr. Copp, President of the Publishing Company, and a
.charter member of the Northern Church, Toronto, on March 13, 1900. A
true helpmeet, a loving mother, and a hospitable f i lend, whose beautiful
home was constantly open to Congregationalists visiting Toronto.
Mrs. Mclndoe, of Granby, on March 18, 1900. Educated at Oberlin College,
and a most active temperance and Christian worker.
Mrs. Wm. Boles, Speedside, March 29. An esteemed member of the church,
whose loss is keenly felt.
Mr. Calvin Manning, at Franklin Centre, on March 30, 1900. A liberal sup-
porter of the church for many years.
Mr. A. K. Moore, March, 1900. One of the largest supporters of the Economy
Church, and most prominent of the Maritime Congregationalists.
Mrs. George Boyd, Granby, March 25. aged 82. " Sagacious, sensible and God-
fearing." She was a mother in Israel.
Mr. John Craik, sr., of Franklin Centre, at Lacombe, Alta.. April, 1900. A
worthy man, whose death was deeply mourned.
Mr Gideon Decker, of Lambeth, Ont., April 11, 1900. A member of Southern
Church, London. An active temperance worker, and staunch Congregationahst.
Mr. Francis Hall, of Bond Street Church, Toronto, May 16, 19(X), aged 82. "An
honest man, a kindly, generous soul, a devoted spirit, a blameless life,
wrote his biographer in the Canadian Conqregationalist.
Mrs W. E. Croft, Middleville, June 20. 1900. Intelligent, devoute, and
specially useful among the children of the S. S., where her training as a
teacher did her good service.
Mr. John Wickson, sr.. Olivet Church, Toronto, June 20, 1900, aged 84. One
of the truly honored landmarks of Toronto Congregationalism. A man of
sterling character, active in temperance and Christian work.
Mrs. Richardson, (mother of Rev. A. W. Richardson, Kingston), Montreal, July
23, 1900. Hospitable, honored and beloved. A true friend of the stu-
dents and her church.
Dr. E. A. Grafton, Montreal, drowned, July 29, 1900. One of Montreal s prom-
ising young physicians, and brother of A. R. Grafton, Secretary of
Emmanuel Church.
Mr. William Parker McKillican, son of Rev. John McKillican, August, 1900,
A well known and much respected commercial traveller.
Pte. J. O. Hall, son of Rev. Thomas Hall, killed at Pekin, in assisting to reheve
the besieged legations. A brave, courageous young soldier.
44
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
AN EDITORIAL SURVEY.
THE period since the last
Year Book was issued
has been a somewhat
eventful one among the
churches. A tour was made
by Superintendent Mc-
Gregor, Rev. D. Burford
Hooke, Colonial Secretary,
from Yarmouth, N.S., to far
away Vancouver. Impor-
tant changes have taken
place in prominent pastor-
ates in Winnipeg, Hamilton,
Toronto, Montreal and other
places. Special evangelistic
services were more general
than during recent years,
Vancouver Church. and cucouraging results have
been placed on record. Some of the churches, too, reached
memorial milestones in their history, which were observed by
inspiring and uplifting services. Altogether the church life has
been marked with vigor and earnestness, and this sometimes in
the midst of the most difficult surroundings.
The Association gatherings were as usual interesting
occasions for fellowship, counsel and inspiration. The first
meeting of the Toronto District Association was held at George-
town, amid a continuous downpour of rain, yet the attendance
was fair, the programme good and the fellowship most hearty.
The next meeting was at the Western Church, Toronto, and was
marked by most animated sociological discussions, and a farewell
service in connection with the departure of Mrs. Currie and
Mrs. MofFatt to Chisamba, Africa. The autumn meeting
of the Western Association at Burford, was contemporaneous
with the Georgetown meeting, and shared like experiences of
wind, storm and rain, and was yet withal a profitable gathering.
AN EDITORIAL SURVEY.
45
The presence and addresses of Principal George, Superintendent
McGregor and Mr. Thomas Moodie, who had come on from
Georgetown on the second day were heartily welcomed in both
places. The spring gathering at Guelph was also replete with
interest, and marked another important feature in the life of
the Western Ontario churches.
The autumn gathering of the Quebec Association at Water-
ville, later in the month, was also part of the time treated to a
heavy downpour of rain. The programme was varied, suggestive
and ]jractical, as was that of the spring meeting in Emmanuel
Church, Montreal. A particularly interesting feature in con-
nection'with the latter meeting was the installation of Rev.
Hugh Pedley, the pastor of the entertaining church.
Of the Unions the re-
mark is sometimes heard,
" It was the best meeting
held." This may be quite
true from the standpoint
of the speaker. Some fea-
tures undoubtedly showed
marked improvement,while
others were not all that
could be desired. The dele-
gation to Montreal by
reason of the distance of
many of the churches is
usually small, but at the
last Union the representa-
tion to the eastern metro-
polis was larger than it has
been for many years. The
spirit of this Union was
good, the discussions being
marked by a characteristic
earnestness and brotherly
good-will. Particularly
gratifying were the attend- _
ance at the morning prayer meeting, and the manifest desire of
the members to come in living touch with one another and their
common Master. The Maritime Union at Kingsport appears to
Edmund Yeigh, Chairman of Union of
Ontario and Quebec.
46
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
have been an uplifting gathering. Practical everyday questions
were under discussion, while a strong evangelistic tone must
have been manifest from the topics of different addresses. For
detailed information of both Unions the reader is referred to
their respective minutes.
The proceedings and
reports of the Home Mis-
sionar}'^ Society as recorded
elsewhere,shouldbeof special
interest to the reader. The
resignation of Rev. A. F.
McGregor as Superintendent,
and the discontinuance of
the office is to be regretted,
but this step seemed in-
evitable because of the in-
adequate response of the
churches. The subsequent
resignation of the Secretary-
ship by Mr. McGregor by
reason of his removal to
Newport, Vt, means the loss
of an able official who has
been long associated with
the operations of the Society.
To this office the Executive
Rev. \V. Mcintosh, Secretary of C.C.M.S. have Called the . ReV. Wm.
Mcintosh, Ottawa, whose zeal for Congregationalism and the
prosperity of the churches has long been known. Mr. Mcintosh
enters upon this office enjoying the confidence of his brethren,
and will bring to the position the ability and energy which
have marked his successful pastorates.
The College, as will be seen by the record, presents a most
cheering outlook. The past session opened hopefully with
another Professor, Dr. Harlan Creelman, on the teaching staff,
whose year's work has abundantly justified the board in his
appointment. The worth of the graduates of the College is being
more and more recognized, since, during the past few months
three of the foremost churches, Emmanuel, Montreal ; the First
Church, Hamilton ; and the Central Church, Winnipeg have
AN EDITORIAL SURVEY.
47
called to the pastorate, graduates of this Institution. Other
responsible positions have been filled during the year by men
of the College. These facts will give added interest to the work
of the institution, as will the tour of the energetic Principal,
Dr. George, which is now in progress in Western Ontario, as
these final forms are being prepared for the press.
Foreign Missionary work
has also been specially active
and aggressive. In addition
to the usual reports which
are bright and hopeful, will
be found a new one in con-
nection with the Young Peo-
ple's Department. Since the
last Year Book was issued,
Miss Helen Melville, Dr. A.
Y. Massey and Mr. R. G.
Moffatt, have landed at Chis-
amba, Africa ; where good re-
ports have come of their work.
In May further reinforce-
ments left us in the persons
of Mrs. Currie and Mrs. Mof-
fatt, who by this time are
doubtlefes at their destination.
The return of Miss Melville
on furlough is now awaited,
and a glad welcome will be Rev. T. B. Hyde, President c.c.f.m.s.
given her, but it is to be regretted that serious ill-healch is the
cause of her coming home. The presence of Rev. F. W.
Macallum was also an inspiration to the annual meeting at
Montreal, as it was to the Woman's Board at Embro. Of the
latter organization too high words of praise cannot be written,
and the reports elsewhere of the Embro and Kingsport meetings
are commended to the reader.
The Publishing Company have also had a year of substantial
progress as will be seen by the reports of the President and the
late Secretary. The exacting duties in connection with a grow-
ing church made it impossible for the Editor of The Gongrega-
tionalifit to continue both his pastoral and editorial work. In
48 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
response to a general call, and to the efforts of the Directors the
latter position alone was made possible. Since then through
the resignation of Rev. W. W. Smith, whose services have been
most faithful and unselfish, the Editorship of the Year Book
and the Secretaryship of the Company have been placed in the
same hands. Too high praise cannot be accorded to Mr. Smith
for his long and valuable service in connection with the
Company. The one great need now is a much wider circulation
of both the weekly paper and the Year Book.
Another organization which deserves better things from
the churches is the Provident Fund Society. It is to the dis-
credit of Canadian Congregationalism that more generous pro-
vision is not made for aged ministers who have long borne the
burden and heat of the day. The faithful servant of the
churches, for every true minister is the servant of all, deserves
better recognition at their hands. This Society provides an
annuity of $100 for widows of deceased members, $20 each for
sons under sixteen and daughters under eighteen years of age,
and $100 to pastors complying with the requirements of the
Society. These amounts are none to large, yet, with them is
carried many a blessing. The membership however is small,
and ministers are withheld from joining, doubtless for two
reasons, an inadequate salary from which the annual payments
can ill be spared, and the fear that large future demands upon
the funds of the society will overtax its financial strength.
These hindrances can easily be removed. There are few churches
which are unable to make the annual payment for the minister,
and a generous collection yearly from each church to the treasury
of the society would insure beyond any doubt its financial
strength. It is an easy and practical way for the churches to
speak out the Master's message : " Well done good and faithful
servant."
CONGREGATIONAL UNION
OF
ONTARIO AND QUEBEC.
OFFICERS FOR 1900-1901.
Chairman.
For 1900— MR. EDMUND L. YEIGH, . . . Toronto, Ont.
For 1901— rev. PRINCIPAL GEORGE, D.D. . . Montreal, Que.
Secretary-Treasurer.
REV. J. P. GERRIE, B.A., . 90 Langley Ave., Toronto, Ont.
Statistical Secretary.
REV. W. J. HINDLEY, Guelph, Ont.
Minute Secretaries.
REV. A. MARGRETT and REV. R. G. WATT.
REV. J. K. UNSWORTH,
A. F. McGregor,
J. W. PEDLEY,
GEO. EXTENCE,
W. H. A. CLARIS,
W. T. GUNN,
C. E. BOLTON,
M. A. SHAVER,
R. HOPKIN,
PRINCIPAL GEORGE,
Union Committee.
REV. J. P. GERRIE,
„ T. B. HYDE,
MR. J. C. COPP,
„ HENRY YEIGH,
„ VV. WOODLEY,
„ HENRY COX,
„ A. ALEXANDER,
„ H. O'HARA,
„ E. J. JOSELIN.
M J. D. NASMITH.
Preachers.
ANNUAL .sermon.
REV. J. K. UNS WORTH, B.A., Hamilton.
alternate ;
REV. T. B. HYDE, Toronto.
Next place of meeting : — Northern Church, Toronto, June, 1901.
4
50 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONT. AND QUE.
CONSTITUTION.
I. — That the name of this Association be "The Congregational Union
OF Ontario and Quebec."
II. — That it shall consist of Congregational or Independent Churches,
and of ministers of the same church order who are either in the pastoral
office, or (being members of Congregational churches) are engaged in evan-
gelistic or educational service, approved or received at a general meeting,
and those laymen who have been Chairmen of the Union and are members
in any of their churches.
III. — That this Union is founded on a full recognition of the distinctive
principles of Congregational churches, namely, the Scriptural right of every
separate church to maintain perfect independence in its government and
administration, and therefore, that the Union sliall not assume legislative
or administrative authority, or in any case become a court of appeal.
IV. — That the following are the objects contemplated in its formation:
— I. To promote evangelical religion in connection with the Congregational
denomination. 2. To cultivate brotherly affection and co-operation in
everything relating to the interests of the associated churches. 3. To
establish a fraternal correspondence with similar bodies elsewhere. 4. To
address an annual or occasional letter to the associated churches, accom-
panied with such information as may be deemed necessary. 5. To obtain
accurate statistical information relative to the Congregational churches
throughout the British American Provinces. 6. To hold consultation on
questions of interest connected with the cause of Christ in general.
V. — To promote the accomplishment of these objects, and the general
interests of the Union, an annual meeting of its members shall be held,
each of the associated churches being represented by two lay delegates ;
the meetings to be held at such time and place as may be appointed at each
annual meeting.
VI. — That the Officers of this Union be a chairman, secretary-treasurer,
statistical secretary, minute secretary and committee, all to be chosen annu-
ally from its members, who shall execute the instructions of the Union, and
prepare a docket of business for the annual meeting.
VII. — That alterations may be made in this constitution at any annual
meeting, providing that notice of such alterations has been given at the
meeting next preceding.
STANDING RULES. 51
STANDING RULES.
1. — Applications for admission to the Union, whether by churches or
ministers, should be made in writing ; and after having been read to the
Union, shall be referred to a standing committee on membership. Churches
so applying shall present the written recommendation of three members of
the Union. Ministers bearing regular letters of dismissal from a kindred
Congregational organization, and those who furnish evidence of having
completed a course of study in the Congregational College of Canada, and
having been ordained to the ministry, may be received at once on these
grounds. Other ministers shall be required to bring proof of (1) their
membership in a Congregational church ; (2) their ordination to the min-
istry ; (3) if they have come from any other denomination, their good
standing therein ; and they shall satisfy the membership committee in
relation to their literary acquirements, and their doctrinal and ecclesiastical
views. (4) Should the membership committee be sati«fied on these points
and recommend the applicant for membership, the recommendation shall
be filed with the secretary, and the application and recommendation shall
then lie over until the next annual meeting, when a two-thirds vote of the
members present shall be requisite for admission into membership.
2. — The Union shall meet annually on the Wednesday after the first Sab-
bath in June, at 9 a.m., when, if the elected chairman be absent, a chairman
pro tern, shall be chosen. After a devotional service, minute secretaries
and reporters shall be appointed, the Report of the Committee presented,
and the Standing Committee on Business, Membership, Nomination and
Finance, chosen on nomination by the Committee of the Union. At 11
a.m., the Union will rise, to give place to the Canada Congregational Mis-
sionary Society.
3. — On Wednesday afternoon the Union will hold no public session, in
order that time may be given t > tlie wn'k of several committees.
4. — The Chairman's aMrtss alull hi delivered on Wednesday evening.
5. — On Thursday nr»rniii.; tin Cliiinnan for the next year shall be
elected by ballot witho'ir, u .uuuiM >i. IJkllot papers shall be furnished to
all members of the Uaioii pemiir. if r ijurad ; and the votes shall be
counted by scrutinaers ap;>i>iute<l I)}- the c i,tirman. If no candidate have a
majority of the votes c^»r, the iiamt-s of two persons having the highest
number shall be reported, and Hiiother vote taken. The Union will adjourn
at 11 a.m. on Thursday, in favor of the Canada Congregational Missionary
Society.
6. — The meetings shall be daily opened and closed with prayer ; tho
morning devotional exercises to t xiend to an hour.
7. — No motion shall be discussed unless seconded ; no member shall
speak twice to the same motion without permission from the chair, ami
every motion shall be presented in writing by the mover, if required by the
chair.
8. —The members of the Union shall register their attendance with the
Secretary in a book kept for this purpose. The minutes of the preceding
52 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONT. AND QUE.
day shall be read at the opening of each day's session, and the minutes of
the last day at the close of the session.
9. — The church in whose locality the annual meeting shall be held, shall
be requested to celebrate the Lord's Supper in connection with such meeting.
10. -On Monday evening, during the sitting of the Union, a public
meeting of the Union shall be held, the programme of which shall be
arranged by the Union Committee.
11. — Application shall be made by the Statistical Secretary, one month
at least before the annual meeting, for statistics of the several churches, and
a brief narrative of the state of religion among them, that he may prepare a
condensed narrative of the whole for the annual meeting, and for publica-
tion if so ordered.
12. — A collection for the funds of the Union shall be made annually in
each church, on or near the Lord's Day prior to the meeting. From this
source, the Finance Committee, after providing for other necessary expenses,
shall pay in full, if possible, the travelling fares of its ministerial members
(provided always that no member of the Union whether ministerial or lay,
attending the meetings, shall receive anything for travelling expenses, unless
such ministerial member shall have contributed not less than one dollar, and
the church represented by the delegate not less than five dollars to its funds) ;
or if unable to pay in full, shall deduct from the claim of each, such equal
amount as may be found necessary ; such payment shall not be made until
after the final adjournment, except with leave of the Union.
13. — The delegates from the Union to corresponding bodies, who may
fail to fulfil their appointment by personal attendance, shall address these
bodies by letter, communicating in substance such information and senti-
ments as they would furnish if they were present at their annual convocations.
14. — All supplies of pulpits required during the Sunday in which the
Union is in session, which are not otherwise provided for, shall be tilled by
the Nomination Committee in connection with the pastor of the church
where the Union is held, and a copy of such appointment shall be posted on
the door of the church where the Union is assembled.
15. — In order to facilitate the introduction of properly accredited preach
ers to churches connected with this Union which may require pulpit supply"
the secretary is authorized to send to secretaries or pastors of churches a lis*'
of preachers ; but on the understanding that only the names on the list shall
be of those : — 1. Who are pastors of churches in connection with the Union.
2. Who have been students of the Canada Congregational College, and who
have left that institution with the confidence of the College authorities. 3.
Who are carrying on their studies at the College, but who are not certi&ed by
the Principal or Secretary as qualified to undertake preaching engagements.
4. Who have been pastors connected with the Union, and who are still mem-
bers of the churches of the Union. 5. Who are recommended by a District
Committee. 6. Who are accredited by the Congregational Union of Nova
Scotia and New Brunswick, England and Wales, Scotland, Ireland and the
British Colonies, or by any Local Association, or National organization in
the United States of America. 7. Lay preachers and evangelists accredited
by any District Association.
CHURCHES CONNECTED WITH THE UNION.
53
CHURCHES CONNECTED WITH THE UNION.
Alton, Ont.
Barrie, Ont.
Belleville, Ont.
Belwood, Ont.
Bowmanville, Ont
Brantford, Ont.
Brigham, Que.
Burford, Ont.
Caledon, South, Ont. (
Canifton, Ont.
Cobourg, Ont.
Coldsprings, Ont.
Cowans ville, Que.
Danville, Que.
Durham, Que. (b)
Eaton, Que.
Edgar, Ont.
Embro, Ont.
Erin, North, Ont. (c)
Fergus. Ont.
Fitch Bay, Que.
Forest, Ont,
Franklin Centre, Que.
Frome, Ont.
Garafraxa, First, Ont,
Georgetown, Ont.
Granby, Que.
Guelph, Ont.
Hamilton, First, Ont.
Hamilton, Immanuel,
flawkesbury, Ont. Rugby, Ont.
Howick, First, Ont. (e) Sarnia, Ont.
Humber Summit, Ont. (/) Scotland, Ont.
Kelvin, Ont.
Kincardine, Ont. {g)
Kingston, First, Ont.
Bethel, Ont.
II Calvary, Ont.
a) Lanark Village, Ont.
Listowel, Ont.
London, First, Ont.
II Southern, Ont.
Manilla, Ont.
Martintown, Ont.
Maxville, Ont.
Melbourne, Que.
Middleville and Rosetta,
Ont.
Montreal, Zion, Que.
Emmanuel, Que.
Calvary, Que.
Pt. St. Charles.
Amherst Park.
Bethlehem, Q.
(d) Newmarket, Ont.
New Durham, Ont.
Ottawa, First, Ont.
,1 Welcome-Zion,0.
Paris, Ont.
0. Pine Grove, Ont.
Sherbrooke, Que.
Speedside, Ont.
Stanstead, South, Que.
St. Andrews, Que.
St. Catharines, Ont.
Stouffville, Ont.
Stratford, Ont.
Tilbury, Ont.
Toronto, Bond St., Ont.
Zion, Ont.
Northern, Ont.
Western, Ont.
Olivet, Ont.
Parkdale, Ont.
Broadview Ave.
Hope, Ont.
Concord Ave., 0.
Turnberry, Ont. {h)
Unionville, Ont.
Vankleek Hill, Ont.
Warwick, Ont.
Waterville, Que.
Watford, Ont.
Wingham, Ont.
Winnipeg, Man.
Woodstock, Ont.
\a) "The Grange" P.O. (b) Ulverton P.O. (c) Orangeville P.O.
(d) Craigsholm P.O. (e) Redgrave P.O. (/) Woodbridge P.O. (g) Tiverton
P.O. (h) Wroxeter P.O.
54
CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONT. AND QUE.
MINISTERIAL MEMBERS OF THE UNION.
Alexander, J. L., Middleville, Ont.
Barker, Enoch, Toronto, Ont.
Barnett, J, H., Bowman ville, Ont.
Beavis, H. S., D.D., Hamilton, Ont.
Black, Robert K., Granby, Que.
Black, J. R., B A., Kingston, Ont.
Bolton,Chas.E.,CraigsholmP.O.,Ont.
Brown, J. L., Wood Bay, Man.
Clarke, W. F., Guelph, Ont.
Claris, William H. A , London, Ont.
Collins, Wm., Tiverton P.O.
Craik, Galen H., Waterville, Que.
Currie, W. T.,Chisamba,W. C. Africa.
Daley, J. T., B.A., Maxville, Ont.
Day, F. J., B.D., Sherbrooke, Que.
Day, B. W., St. Andrew's, Que.
Duff, Charles, MA., Toronto, Ont.
Extence, George, Hamilton, Ont.
Forbes, T R., Listowel, Ont.
George, J. H , D D., Montreal, Que.
Gerrie, John P., B.A., Toronto, Ont.
Goffin, J. W., Wingham, Ont.
Gray, M. S , Laurel, Ont.
Gunn, W. T , M.A., Embro, Ont.
Hall, Thomas, Island, Vt.
Hamilton, D. S., B. A., Montreal, Que.
Hay. Robert, Eaton, Que.
Hambly, D.D. , .Melbourne, Que.
Hill, E. M., D.D., Montreal, Que.
Hindley, John L, Ph.D., Guelph, Ont.
Hindley, W. J., Guelph, Ont.
Hopkin, Robert, Montreal, Que.
Horsey, H. I., Ottawa, Ont.
Hyde, T. B., Toronto, Ont.
Jackson, W. P., Barre, Vt.
Johnston, William.
Kelly, Matthew, Listowel, Ont.
Macallum, I)., Kingston, Ont.
Main, A. W., Danville, Que.
Mair, J. A., Alberta.
Margrett, Albert, Burford, Ont.
Mason, H. E., Georgetown, Ont.
MacCoU, Evan C. W., Manitoba.
McAdie, James, St. Andrews, Que.
McCormack, A., Coldsprings, Ont.
McCuaig. J. A. C, Toronto, Ont.
McEwen, J. D., South America.
McGregor, A. F., B A., Toronto, Ont.
McGuire, John, East Toronto.
Macintosh, William, Ottawa, Ont.
Macintosh, D. C, Lanark, Ont.
McKillican, John, Montreal, Que.
McKinnon, J., Pilot Mound, Man.
Moore, Churchill, Milton, Que.
Mote, W. H., D.D.
Morton, J., Hamilton, Ont.
Peckover, Horace.
Pedley, H., B.A., Montreal, Que.
Pedley, J. W., B.A , Toronto, Ont.
Pollock, A. F., Speedside.
Pritchard, W. S., Granby, Que.
Read, G. E., Rock Island, Que.
Rose, PMwin, Ayers Flat, Que.
Routliffe, C. H., Watford, Ont.
Richardson, A. W.,M.D., Kingston, Ont.
Salmon, John, B.A., Toronto, Ont.
Scholfield, John, England.
Silcox, E. D., Paris, Ont.
Skinner, George, Frome, Ont.
Smith, Wm. W., Brantford, Ont.
Shaver, M. A., Cobourg, Ont.
Thomas, H. F., Toronto, Ont.
Unsworth, Joseph, Toronto, Ont.
Uusworth, J. K., B.A., Hamilton, Ont.
Warriner, W. H., B.D., Montreal, Que.
Watson. W. H., Cowanaville, Que.
Webb, Thomas, Toronto, Ont.
W^oodj John, Ottawa, Ont.
Wood, Morgan, M.A., Cleveland, Ohio.
Wookey, C. A., Jamaica.
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MINUTES.
57
MINUTES OF THE FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL
MEETING OF THE CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF
ONTARIO AND QUEBEC.
The regular meeting of the Union was opened at Emmanuel
Church, Montreal, on June 6th, 1900. The following members
were in attendance during the meetings :
MINISTERS.
Alexander, J. L , Middleville, Ont.
Bolton, C. E., Garafraxa, Ont.
Collins, W., Kincardine, Ont.
Claris, W. H. A., London, Ont.
Day, F. J., Sherbrooke, Que.
Day, B. W., St. Andrews, Que.
Daley, J. T,, Maxville, Ont.
Duff, Charles, Toronto, Ont.
Extence, George, Hamilton, Ont.
Gunn, W. T., Embro, Ont.
George, J. H., D. D., Montreal, Que.
Gerrie, J. P., Toronto, Ont.
Hall, T., Island Pond, Vt.
Hamilton, D. S., Montreal, Que.
Hambly, D. D., Melbourne, Que.
Hay, R., Eaton, Que.
Hindley, W. J., Guelph, Ont.
Hill, E. Munson, D.D., Montreal, Que,
Hopkin, R., Westmount, Que.
Horsey, H. I., Ottawa, Ont.
Kelly, M., Edgar, Ont.
Mair, J. A., Howick, Ont.
Margrett, A., Burford, Ont.
Macallum, D., Kingston, Ont.
Macintosh, W., Ottawa, Ont.
McKillican, J., Montreal, Que.
McGregor, A F., Toronto, Ont.
Main, A. W., Danville, Que.
Munroe, T. A., Brigham, Que.
Pedley, Hugh, Montreal, Que.
Pedley, J. W., Toronto, Ont.
Pollock, A. F. , Speedside, Ont.
Pritchard, W. S,, Granby, Que.
Read, G. Ellery, Rock Island, Que.
Richardson, A. W.. Kingston, Ont.
Rose, Edwin, Ayer's Flat, Que.
Scholfield, J., Ph.D., Brantford, Ont.
Shaver, Melville A., Cobourg, Ont.
Thomas, H. F., Toronto, Ont.
Unsworth, J. K., Scotland, Ont.
Wood, John, Ottawa, Ont.
Warriner, Prof. W . H. , D. D. , Montreal,
Watson, W. H., Cowansville, Que.
Watt, R. G., Fitch Bay, Que.
DELE .AXES.
Barrie, R. A. Thomas
Cobourg, J. P. Field, Walter Baker
Coldsprings, W. J. Eagleson
Cowansville, Que., Mrs. W. H. Watson
Eaton, J, A. M. Rankin
Embro, Ont., G. A. Munroe
Fitch Bay, Que., Mrs. R. G. Watt
Forest, Ont., W. H. L. Marshall
Granby, Que., 0. B. Streeter
Guelph, Ont., John Goldie
Montreal, Calvary, Andrew Keir,
R. M. McLachlan
Montreal, Emmanuel, R. A. Kydd
Montreal, Pt. St. Charles, Charles
Cushing
Montreal, Amherst Park, Brandon
Greenaway, W. J. Wilson
Ottawa, First, R. Thackray
Ottawa, Welcome-Zion, G. W. Patterson
Sherbrooke, John McNicol
58 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONT. AND QUE.
Hamilton, First, John Black St. Andrews, Wm. H. Gates
Kincardine, Ont., Miss A. J. Macallum Toronto, Bond St., Wm. McCartney,
Lanark, Ont. , A. F. Mcllraith J . W. Clarke
Maxville, Ont., Thos. McEwen, Toronto, Northern, John C. Copp
J. P. xMcDougall Toronto, Western, Wm. Woodley
Middleville, Ont., Robert Affleck Toronto, Zion, Geo. Roper
Montreal, Zion, S. P. Leet, George S. Tilbury, J. R. Lewis
Wilson Westmount, Hugh Vallance
Personal Members. — Mr. S. P. Leet, Montreal ; Mr. Edmund L. Yeigh,
Toronto.
Corresponding Members. — Revs. S. N. Jackson, Barre, Vt. ; J. W. Bow-
man, London, Eng. ; F. W. Macallum, Marash, Turkey ; E. E. Braithwaite,
Yarmouth, N. S. ; W. R. Harvey, Sheffield, N. B. ; W. A. Vrooman, Winnipeg,
Man. ; W. A. Taylor, St. Catharines, Ont.
The devotional hour, from 9 a.m., was conducted by Mr.
E<lmund L. Yei^h, Chairman. At 10 o'clock the Business
Session was opened with prayer by Rev. John Wood, after which
the Union Committee's report was adopted as follows :
Business Committee. — Revs. Wra. Mcintosh, J. T. Daley, Geo. Extence ;
Mr. A. A. Alexander, and Mr. W. Woodley.
Membership Committee. — Revs. Dr. Warriner, Dr. Richardson, C. E. Bolton,
W. T. Gunn, and Mr. J. D. Nasmith.
Nomination Committee.— Revs. J. W. Pedley, B. A., W. J. Hindley, R.
Hopkin, Dr. George, and W. H. Watson.
Finance Committee. — Messrs, Wm. McCartney, Thos. Moodie, and J. C.
Copp.
Minute Secretaries. — Revs. A. Margrett, and R. G. Watt.
Reporter for Congreyationalist. — Rev. .J. P. Gerrie, B.A.
In the absence of the Minute Secretaries, Rev. D, S. Ham-
ilton was asked to act as secretary for the morning session.
Rev. J. P. Gerrie, Secretary of the Union, then presented
his Annual Report, as follows :
FORTY- SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT.
59
THE FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT.
WITH OUR HOSTS.
HE Union meets this year under circumstances
which promise a pleasant and successful gath-
ering. It is opportune that Emmanuel Church,
Montreal, should be the place of meeting at a
time when the members can join in the services
commemorating the organization twenty-five
years ago, and rejoice in the advent to the pas-
torate of Rev. Hugh Pedley, a man whom we
all delight to honor. To church and pastor
the heartiest congratulations are extended ;
with the prayer that upon both the Master's blessing may con-
tinually abide. To the sister Churches in the city we convey our
greetings, and congratulate them over the extension of their
boundaries as seen in a new church organization at each suc-
ceeding visit of the Union. Eight years ago it was Point St.
Charles, four years ago Westmount, and now it is Amherst Park.
Nor will another centre of Congregationahsm — the College — be
forgotten. Since our last meeting in Montreal the Principalship
then vacant has been tilled, while two professors have been
added to the teaching staff. Significant are these indications of
progress, which we feel assured will be more marked in the
days to come.
OUR LARGER WORK.
Upon the work at large the Statistical Secretary will report
at another session of the Union, as will the Home and Foreign
Missionary Societies at their annual meeting. It is fitting, how-
ever, to record thankfulness for the measure of blessing which
has been granted the Churches. Though this has not been all
60 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONT. AND QUE.
that could have been desired, yet in many places there have
been manifest tokens of prosperity, and we believe that the
Churches have been rewarded according to their faithfulness.
Particularly gratifying are the activities of our young people,
whose interests will receive due recognition on the programme
of the Union. It is to be I'egretted, however, that several promi-
nent pastorates are vacant ; but there aie indications that these
will soon be ably and worthily filled. May the expectations be
realized, so that with an unbroken front we may continue our
work in the sisterhood of Churches, and give a constantly
increasing impetus to the Forward Movement in the great
North-West, and our African Chisamba field.
A WIDER CONGREGATIONALISM.
Interesting, too, has been the year by reason of our contact
with the world-wide Congregationalism in the International
Council at Boston in September last. The full delegation of
this Union and many other members, enjoyed the meetings of
the great gathering. No one who felt the mighty power of the
Council, can do other than lejoice that his particular service is
under the banner of Congregationalism. If numerically few in
Canada, we are yet linked to a great host in which the very
best of intellect, heart and soul, is doing valiant service in the
Kingdom of God. The inspiration of that gathering can never
be effaced from the memory of those who were privileged to
attend, and we trust that something of its power may be com-
municated to this Union.
A STILL LARGER CIRCLE.
Looking abroad from our own immediate fellowship, it is
interesting to note the movements among brethren of other
names, and their gradual approach to ground so distinctively
our own. A few weeks ago the Union of the United Presbyte-
rian Church of Scotland, and the Free Church was announced,
while union is also discussed by various sections of the Church
across the line. May we not believe that here are indications
of a coming day when mere doctrinal differences will be dropped
and union formed under loyalty to Christ alone ? The West-
minster Confession has been under serious discussion in the
FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT. 61
Presbyterian Assembly of the United States, and the growing
desire for revision or abolition points to a rallying ground of
tlie Christian forces, not about any man-made creed, but around
the living Christ. In the Methodist Episcopal Conference one
week ago, in Chicago, was seen the battle of democracy over the
admission of women to its councils and the curtailment of the
power of the bishops, another evidence of the growing recogni-
tion of the truth so peculiarly our own : " One is your Master,
even Christ, and all ye are brethren." In the session for Church
Life and Thought, the Union will have an opportunity to con-
sider this larger Congregationalism.
THE YET GREATER PUBLIC.
It is with satisfaction that we note the growing readiness
of the Union to deal with questions that affect the whole of
man and all men. Too often the claims of business have ab-
sorbed time which should have been given to the consideration
of these great and vital problems, and it is hoped that the mem-
bers will so facilitate the necessary business that no encroach-
ment will be made on the session set apart for sociological
discussions. Prison Reform, Temperance, Sunday Observance,
and the Labor Problem, are all prominently before the public,
and brethren have been named to present these topics to the
Union. Some deliverances, too, should be made, recording
thankfulness over the prospect of the speedy conclusion of the
dreadful South African war, and the dawn of the day of peace,
when there will be extended to another land the fullest civil
and religious liberty, a boon for which Congregationalism has
ever fought, not by force of arms, but by the power of truth
itself.
These various matters will therefore be before the Union
in its present session. May their consideration be with pleasure
and profit, and in all our deliberations may the presence of tlie
Master be abundantly manifest.
The report was received and referred to the Business
Committee.
The applications of Rev. J. A. Mair and the Amherst Park
Church were referred to the Membership Committee.
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Letters were read from Rev. W. J. Woods, Secretary of
Union of England and Wales, and Rev. D. Burford Hooke,
Secretary of the Colonial Missionary Society.
A communication from the Executive of the Dominion
Alliance Council was referred to Nomination Committee.
Rev. E. E Braithwaite was invited to sit as a corresponding
member, and in reply presented the greetings of the Union of
N. S. and N. B.
The Union then adjourned.
Wednesday Evening.
Rev, Hugh Pedley, B.A., presided, and Rev. D. Macallum
led in prayer.
Mr. C. T. Williams gave an address of welcome, which was
responded to by Rev. J. W, Pedley, of Toronto, who also intro-
duced Mr. Yeigh.
Mr. Yeigh then gave the Chairman's Annual Address on
'• Making an Empire," after which the audience sang the
National Anthem.
The meeting then adjourned.
Thursday Morning.
The Union opened with a prayer meeting, led by Rev. A.
Margrett, of Burford.
At 10 o'clock the Chairman opened the business session,
when the minutes were read and adopted.
The Membership Committee recommended : — (1) That the
applications of Rev. H. F. Thomas, M.A., Rev. J. A. Mair, and
the Amherst Park Church, Montreal, be received.
(2) That Rev. S. N. Jackson, Bane, Vt., Rev. J. W. Bow-
man, London, Eng., W. R. Harvey, Sheffield, N. B., F. W. Macal-
lum, Marash, Turkey, sit as corresponding members. The report
was adopted.
The Nomination Committee recommended : — (1) Secretary-
Treasurer, Rev. J. P. Gerrie, B.A.
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(2) Statistical Secretary, Rev. W. J. Hindley.
(3) Union Preachers : — Rev. J. K. Uns worth, B.A. ; alter-
nate, Rev. T. B. Hyde.
C4) Delegate to the Union of Nova Scotia and New Bruns-
wick : — Rev. W. H. Watson.
(5) Temperance Committee and Delegation to Dominion
Alliance -.—Messrs. J. R. Dougall, M.A., H. O'Hara, J. C. Bale, A.
H. Jarvis ; Revs. H. J. Horsey, H. F. Thomas, J. McKillican.
(6) College Senate :— Revs. John Morton, W. H. Watson,
J. K. Unsworth, Dr. F. A. Stevenson.
The recommendations were adopted.
Applications for membership were received from Revs.
Melville A. Shaver, Cobourg ; Edwin Rose, Ayer's Flat ; W. A.
Taylor, St. Catharines. These were referred to the Membership
Committee.
The election of Chairman for 1901 was then proceeded
with, when Rev. J. H. George, D.D., was elected. Dr. George
briefly responded.
The following resolution was moved by Mr. S. P. Leet,
seconded by Mr. Charles Gushing, and carried :
Whereas, it having been stated that there is a brother present who
holds credentials from a church of which hi is not a member, and the
question having arisen whether such pr.'t-cdure was regular: It is moved
that his credentials be recognized, but that tliis be not regarded as a pre-
cedent, and that the question whctliyv cliuiclu-s may elect delegates from
the membership of other churches be referred lu the Membership Com-
mittee for consideration — au<l rep'Tt.
In the absence of Rev. H. E. Mason, Statistical Secretary,
the Rev. R. Hopkin read his written report.
Moved by Rev. J. W. Pedlcy, seconded by Mr. McCartney,
that the report be received and adopted.
Professor Warriner reported upon the International Con-
gregational Council at Boston, U. S., and stated that the dele-
gates from the Unions of Ontario and Quebec and Nova Scotia
and New Brunswick, together with the other Canadian brethren
visiting the Council, organized on their arrival and invited the
Council to hold its next meeting in Montreal.
It was moved and seconded, that the report be received and
referred to the Business Committee.
The Union then adjourned.
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Friday Morning.
The prayer meeting was led by Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.A.,
whose subject was " The Faith that Dares."
At 10 a.m. the minutes of previous session were read and
adopted.
Membership Committee recommended : — (1) That in rela-
tion to the question submitted to your Committee as to " whether
churches may elect delegates from the members of other
churches," we report that we understand Article 5 of the Con-
stitution to mean that the " lay delegates " mentioned are mem-
bers of the churches appointing them.
(2) That the application of Rev. E. Rose be received.
(3) That the application of the Rev. W. A. Taylor be
received, and that it lie over for a year according to Sec. IV of
Standing Rule No. 1.
(4) In regard to the application of the Rev. M. A. Shaver,
your Committee reports that Mr. Shaver was ordained pastor of
the church at Cobourg in December, 1898, and was present at
the Union meetings last year, but by a misunderstanding on his
part, application was not made at that time. We therefore
recommend that Sec. IV of Standing Rule No. 1 be suspended
in his favor and that he be now admitted to the Union.
(5) We report concerning the application of Rev. J. Wild,
D.D., for a letter of transfer to the Congregational Association
of Southern California, received last year and laid over until
this year, and for which the Membership Committee was con-
tinued. That no action has been taken in the meantime, and
your Committee recommends that the application be now
granted.
The report was adopted.
It was voted that the Rev. A. Murrman be invited to sit as
a corresponding member.
Application for a letter of transfer to Washington State
Association was read from the Rev. H. C. Mason and referred
to the Membership Committee.
A general resolution was passed, granting leave of absence
to those wishing to leave before the close of the Union.
The report of the Committee on Amalgamation, signed by
FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT. 65
Mr. S. P. Leet, Principal George, Mr. C. Gushing and Mr.
Edmund L. Yeigh, was as follows :
Your Committee appointed in reference to the so-called Amalgamation
Scheme, beg to report : —
That whereas, at the last meeting of the Union, the following resolu-
tions were passed, as follows : —
" Resolved, — That it is desirable that the operations now carried on by
the Congregational College of Canada, the Canada Congregational Mission-
ary Society, the Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society, and
the Congregational Publishing Company, be placed under the direct control
of the churches, represented by delegates to be chosen annually."
" That Principal George, Mr. S. H. C. Miner, Rev. T. B. Hyde, Rev.
Morgan Wood, Mr. H. O'Hara, Mr. E. Yeigh, and the mover and seconder
(Mr. S. P. Leet and Mr. C. Cushing) be a Committee to draft Constitution
and By-laws embodying the principle of the Resolution passed by this
Union ; and to submit the same to the Churches and the Societies ; with
the request to consider the same, and to report to the Union at its next
meeting."
That owing to the fact that half of the Committee reside in Toronto
and half in Montreal, it did not seem convenient to call a meeting of the
Committee early in the year.
That some two months ago correspondence was entered into between
the members of the Committee, to try to arrive at a conclusion.
Three members of the Committee, namely. Rev. T. B. Hyde, Rev.
Morgan Wood and Mr. Henry O'Hara, about that time, left Canada, and
are still absent. Therefore, there has been, and can be, no full meeting of
the Committee. The remainiag members of the Committee have consulted
together in person and by correspondence, and beg to report as follows : —
1. That they have examined the Constitutions and By-laws of the
Congregational Union of Scotland, and of the Baptist Convention of Ontario
and Quebec, which have adopted the principles suggested by the first of the
above resolutions, together with certain correspondence had with members
of these bodies.
2. That your Committee is of the opinion that if such principles should
be adopted by our body, it would be wise to consider whether the proposed
Union should not have jurisdiction over the whole Dominion, instead of the
jurisdiction now covered by this Union.
Having this thought in view, and further, that there are some strong
men in our churches, who are not yet prepared for the movement, your
Committee have not drafted a Constitution and By-laws as requested, and,
of course, have not submitted the same to the Churches and Societies, and
beg to suggest that the matter be referred to a new Committee, with in-
structions te confer with the Maritime Union and with the churches in the
western part of the Dominion, in order to ascertain if a Congregational
Union of Canada, embodying the principles enunciated by the first above
resolution is practicable.
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An extension of fifteen minutes' time was granted for dis-
cussion, at the close of which the report was adopted by a vote
of 42 to 8, and referred to Nomination Committee to name a
new committee.
The Nomination Committee recommended : — (1) Rev. G-
E. Read, of Rock Island, as delegate to the Vermont State
Convention.
(2) That the Committee on Young People's Work be : —
Revs. J. K. Unsworth, B.A. ; W. J. Hindley, and R. Hopkin. —
The recommendations were adopted.
The Business Committee reported : — We recommend that
the Union heartily concur in the action of our representatives
at the International Council, Boston, in inviting the Council to
hold its next meeting in the City of Montreal, and that the
Revs. Dr. Warriner, J. P. Gerrie and Dr. George represent us on
the committee arranging for the next meeting of the Council. —
The report was adopted.
Rev. W. Collins then briefly led in prayer.
A conference on Sunday School work was held, Mr. S. P.
Leet presiding. Mr. G. H. Archibald gave an address, at
the close of which a very hearty vote of thanks was given to
him.
An application for membership from the Maple St. Chnrch,
Winnipeg, was received and referred to the Membership Com-
mittee.
The Union then adjourned.
Saturday Morning.
The prayer meeting was led by Rev. W. T. Gunn, M.A., of
Embro. After the adoption of the minutes, the Business Com-
mittee reported as follows : —
(1) The Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec desire to convey
to Mr. Geo. Hague and family their sincere sympathy with them in the
bereavement which it has pleased God to place upon them. In the hour of
trial and sadness they commend them to the all-wise Father, whose loving
care will not be withheld in this time of need and sorrow.
(2) That time be given the Editor of The Go'figregatio'nalist to present
the claims of the paper.
FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT. 67
(3) That the thanks of the Union be presented to the Chairman for
his address, and that it be printed in the Year Book.
(4) That the thanksi of the Union be tendered the Globe and the
Witness for free copies of the paper.
The report was adopted.
The Membership Committee recommended :
(1) That the application of the Maple St. Church, Winnipeg, for
admission to this Union be received with the understanding that its repre-
sentatives have no claim on the funds of this Union for travelling expenses
incurred beyond the bounds of Ontario and Quebec.
(2) That Article V of the Constitution specifies that the delegates
representing churches must be laymen, therefore, while heartily welcoming
Rev. Mr. Vrooman as a corresponding member of this Union, he cannot be
received as a delegate representing a church.
The report was received and adopted.
Application for membership was read from Rev. D. D.
Hambly, of Melbourne, Que , and referred to the Membership
Committee.
Mr. Gerrie presented the claims of The Congregationalist.
A conference on young people's work followed, Rev. W. J.
Hindley, of Guelph, presiding.
The following programme was taken up : —
(1) Five minute report on C. E. Lectureship, Mr. A. McA. Murphy.
(2) " " " " Study of Congregationalism, Rev. J. K.
Unsworth.
(3) " The Place and Method of the Boys' Brigade," Rev. Melville A.
Shaver.
(4) " Young People and the Age Spirit," Rev. G. E. Read.
A general discussion followed.
The financial statement was presented by Mr. McCartney,
which was received and adopted.
The Union then adjourned.
Sunday.
The Annual Sermon was preached by Rev. G. Ellery Read,
of Rock Island, from Matt. 18 : 18, Revs. Hugh Pedley and J.
P. Gerrie assisting.
In the evening Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., preached, the text
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being 1 Cor. 8 : 21-23. This was followed by a Communion
Service, presided over by the pastor, assisted by Rev, J.
McKillican and E. M. Hill.
Monday Morning, June 11.
The Prayer Meeting was led by Rev. C. E. Bolton, of
Garafraxa.
The business meeting opened at 10 a.m., the Chairman pre-
siding. The minutes were read and adopted.
Rev. J P. Gerrie read a communication from the Secretary
of the Methodist Conference, Gananoque, which was referred to
the Business Committee.
Addresses were then delivered as follows : Rev. D. S.
Hamilton, B.A., " Prison Reform " ; Rev. C. E. Bolton, "Temper-
ance" ; Rev. H. F. Thomas, " Sunday Observance."
A petition was received from Mrs. J. Waters, of the W. C.
T. U., re cigarette smoking. It was decided that the Chairman
and Secretary of the Union sign the petition as requested.
Rev. W. A. Vrooman spoke on Labor and the Temperance
Movement in Manitoba.
The Nomination Committee recommended, as members of
the Union Committee :
1. Rev. J. K. Unsworth, A. F. McGregor, J. W. Pedley, Geo.
Extence, W. H. A. Claris, W. T. Gimn, C. E. Bolton, M. A.
Shaver, R. Hopkin, Messrs. J. C. Copp, H. Yeigh, W. Woodley,
Henry Cox, A. Alexander, together with Chairman, Secretary
of the Union, and the pastor and deacons of the church where
the Annual Meeting is held. — Carried.
2. Understanding that the intention of the resolution refer-
ring to the appointment of a Committee re Congregational
Union of Canada and thp question of amalgamation was that a
new committee should be appointed, we rpcommend the follow-
ing: — Messrs. J. C. Copp and W. 0. Lighthall, Revs. A. F.
McGregor, Dr. Warriner, J. Morton, H. Pedley and E. Braith-
waite — Carried.
The Membership Committee recommend that Rev. D. D.
Hambly be received into membership of the Union. — Carried.
FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT. 69
The Business Committee recommended : —
(1) Resolved, that this Union extends its sympathy to Mr. J. C. Copp,
of Toronto, in his recent sore bereavement, and prays that the comfort of
Him who comforteth us in all our afflictions may be realized by him in all
its fulness, and that the Secretary be requested to forward a copy of this
resolution. — Carried.
(2) Whereas, we, as Congregationaliets, have ever taken a decided
stand against the granting of State Aid to Churches,—
Be it resolved, — that in our opinion, the granting of free passes
over Government Railways to church officials as such should be abandoned,
and that the Secretary be instructed to acquaint the Minister of Railways
and Canals of this resolution. — Carried.
(3) That the Secretary be also instructed to reply to the Secretary of
the Methodist Conference, informing him of our action. — Carried.
A communication was read from L. B. Davidson re marriage
of Catholics, etc., which was referred to Quebec Association and
Messrs. Leet and Gushing.
The following memorial was presented by Rev. M. A.
Shaver, and adopted : —
" Recognizing the startling increase in the consumption of cigarettes
by the youth of Canada, and appreciating the testimonies of school teachers,
parents, physicians and Christian workers generally, that the cigarette
habit is hurtful to the minds and bodies of the growing youth, this Con-
gregational Union of Ontario and Quebec memorialize the Government at
Toronto ^and Quebec, and humbly request these official bodies to secure the
more diligent enforcement in all their localities of the law with respect to
the sale of tobacco to minors."
The following resolution was moved by Rev. D. S. Hamil-
ton. Resolved, —
(1) That this Union has heard with interest concerning the work of
the Prisoners' Aid Association, and heartily endorses the action of the
Association in its effort to secure satisfactory legislation in the direction of
Prison Reform.
(2) That we agree with the Association in placing emphasis upon the
prohibition system, special treatment of Inebriates and strict classification
of Prisoners.
(3) That we commend to our churches this important department of
social reform work, and urge our people to co-operate wherever possible
with the Prisoner's Aid Association in its y/ovk.— Carried.
An invitation was received from the Northern Churcli,
Toronto, for the meeting of 1901, which was accepted.
The Union adjourned.
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Monday Afternoon.
Mr. Wm. McCartney presided at the afternoon session in
the absence of Mr. Yeififh. Rev. H. F. Thomas opened the meet-
ing with prayer.
Mr. J. C. Copp reported for the Sabbath Observance Com-
mittee, and on motion by Mr. Copp, seconded by Rev. Wm.
Mcintosh, the following resolution was adopted : —
Resolved, — That the Union has heard with gratification of the work
of the Lord's Day Alliance. That we deplore the increasing attempts on
the sanctity of the Lord's Day. That we urge our churches and people to
adopt every legitimate means for the preservation of the Day of Rest and
Worship, and that the Secretary be requested to forward these resolutions
to the Secretary of the Ontario Lord's Day Alliance.
Rev. J. McKillican stated, on behalf of the Temperance
Committee, that in the absence of nearly all the members of the
Committee, it was thought best not to present any resolution.
He stated, however, that we should all watcli with interest the
course of parliament in dealing with the Flint resolution, with
which resolution the Temperance Committee is in strong
sympathy.
Rev. Mr. Mcintosh then piesented a paper on "Congrega-
tionalism and the Federation of the Churches," which was very
generally discussed.
On motion of Rev. J. McKillican, seconded by Mr. Clarke,
a resolution was passed regarding the death of Rev. Dr. Storrs,
as follows : —
That this Union having just heard of tlie decease of that honored
servant of God, the Rev. R. S. Storrs, D.D., LL.D., do place upon our
minutes an expression of the love and esteem which we have long cherished
for his noble character and the eminent service rendered by him to the
cause of Christ generally, and especially to Congregationalism in the United
States and Canada.
His wise, courageous and powerful utterances in behalf of liberty, the
defence of truth, and especially in the cause of Missions as President for
several years of the A. B. C. F. M. will long be gratefully remembered for
the blessed fruit they now bring forth.
Congregationalists in Canada, now assembled, share with our American
brethren their sorrow in the removal by death of so great a master in Israel,
whose great talents were for over 50 years so entirely consecrated to the
cause of God.
This Union also wishes to convey our deep sympathy with the surviv-
ing members of the family.
FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT. 71
On motion by Revs. R. Hopkin and E. M. Hill, the Secre-
tary was authorized to draw up and forward similar resolutions
to the proper authorities, regarding the late Rev. Dr. Behrends
and Rev. Prof. Park, D.D.
The application of Rev. W. A. Vrooman was received, and
placed on the table according to Standing Rule.
On resolution, the cordial thanks of the Union were ten-
dered to Emmanuel Church and other churches of the city, the
Chairman, Secretaries, Rev. G. Ellery Read for his able annual
sermon, the railway and steamboat companies tor reduced
transportation, and the press for exeellent reports.
On motion by the Secretary, the minutes were taken as
read and adopted, and the Union adjourned, to join in the
anniversary reception of Emmanuel Church, and meet again at
the Northern Church, Toronto, in June, 1901.
J. P. Gerrie, Secretary.
A. Margrett, ■) ^.^^^^ Secretaries.
R. G. Watt, j
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT.
EECEIPTS.
Balance from last year $ 10 62
Collections ooq i-
'^^'^^ • $349 77
EXPENDITURE.
Secretary's Postage © 1 50
Statistical Forms, Henderson & Co 1 31
Stationery, Henderson & Co 1 25
Statistical Secretary's Expenses 2 00
Year Book Printing 1^27 21
Publishing Co., Special No. Gongregatioiicdist 15 00
Delegates' Expenses I49 ^
Secretary's Honorarium 50 OO
Balance 2 36
^•^^^l $349 77
WM. McCartney,
Chairman of Finance Committee
Montreal, June 11, 1900.
J. P. GERRIE,
Secretary- Treasurer.
FORTY SEVENTH ANNUAL REPOllT. 73
CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE CHURCHES.
Ayers' Flat $ 3 00
Belwood 1 00
Bownianville 4 00
Brantford 12 00
Brigham 5 00
Cobourg 5 00
Cowansville 8 55
Danville 8 50
Embro 9 00
Eaton 6 00
Edgar 6 00
Forest, Central 5 00
Guelph 11 00
Granby 12 00
Hamilton, First 15 00
Hamilton, Immanuel 6 00
Kincardine 6 00
Kingston, First 11 00
Lanark 10 20
London, South 3 00
Maxville 14 40
Middleville 6 00
Montreal, Emmanuel 5 00
" Zion 17 55
Montreal, Calvary |13 00
New Durham 6 00
Ottawa, First 10 00
St. Andrews 3 00
St. Catharines 5 50
Sherbrooke 15 00
Scotland 6 00
Stanstead, South 10 39
StouflVille 1 06
Speedside 6 00
Toronto, Bond 25 00
" Western 15 00
" Northern 10 00
" Zion 10 00
Olivet 1 00
Woodstock f> 00
W. H. Warriner 1 00
J. Wood 1 00
J. P. Gerrie 3 00
A. Secord 1 00
R. G. Watt 1 00
Total 1339 15
STATISTICAL REPORT.
Mr. Chairman and Brethren : — In presenting the Statis-
tical Report this year, I beg to remind you that the period
covered in the report is that of each church's year, the returns
being taken from their respective annual statements.
Beginning with the Province of Quebec, seventeen out of
twenty churches send in some returns ; fifteen Sunday Schools
report, and nine Young People's Societies.
Fifteen churches report an average attendance at church
services of 1,648. Only thirteen report the number under
pastoral care, the total being 3,735. Seventeen chui'ches give a
total church membership of 1,867.
Of the 15 Sabbath Schools reporting, the returns are as
follows: S. S. teachers and officers, 151 ; scholars on the roll,
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1,421; 14 schools report average attendance, 943; 15 schools
report amount raised, $924.00 ; 8 schools report as scholars ioin-
ing the church, 41.
The largest school of the Province is that of Zion Church
Montreal, with 300 on the roll, and an average attendance of 21o!
In the nine C. E. Societies reporting, there are 193 active
members; seven Societies report 47 associate members; five
Societies report 13 having joined the church; six Societies
report $240.00 as the amount raised.
One new church is reported added to the Quebec contin-
gent—Amherst Park, Montreal. Of the 17 churches reporting,
16 are under regular pastoral care, and one under student supply.'
PROVINCE OF ONTARIO.
Of the 7:^. churches named in the Year Book, your Secre-
tary believes about 61 to actually be in existence. ' Of these 61
churches, 47 send in returns ; 50 Sunday Schools report, and 32
C. E. Societies. ^
Only 39 churches answer the inquiry for average attend-
ance at church services, the number being given at 5,262.
Thirty-nine churches also report 8,107 as being under pastoral
care. Forty-three churches give a total membership of 4,322.
Of the 50 Sabbath Schools reporting, 49 give a total of 490
teachers and officers ; 48 report 4,507 scholars on the roll : 49
report 3,323 average attendance ; 43 report $2,910.00 amount
raised.
Of the 32 Y. P. S. C. E. reporting, there are 8l6 active
members ; 26 Societies report associate membership of 241 ; 14
Societies report 55 having joined the church; 23 Societies
report $556 the amount raised.
Of the 61 churches, 52 are under regular pastoral care, 9
are vacant or under temporaiy supply.
In the two Provinces, tifty five churches report a total
amount raised of $70,000.
As only 64 out of 81 churches have sent anv returns, and
many of those reporting have only reported in part, it has been
impossible to give a fair and comprehensive statement of the
condition of our churches from the statistical point of view.
Your Secretary has done his best with the material available, and
trusts that it may be in some degree satisfactory and interesting.
All of which is re.spectr'uily submitted,
Harry E Mason, Statistical Secretary.
CHAIRMAN S ADDRESS.
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CHAIRMAN'S ADDRESS.
CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONTARIO AND QUEBEC.
BY MR. E. L. YEIGH.
"MAKING AN EMPIRE."
HAVE always thought that an apology as a
preliminary to an address is unnecessary,
for if it is required, the audience will soon
find it out. The point of view, however, in
this, as in other cases, must be considered ;
in fact, a word of appeal to the generosity
of the listtners becomes almost a necessity
under present conditions. A layman
addressing sermonizers is so unusual that it would appear like
presumption on my part to undertake the task, Yet it is not
self-imposed, and the responsibility must rest on those who, with
the kindliest intentions, placed me in this high and honorable
position.
I enter, therefore, on the discussion of my theme, craving
your forbearance and that mantle of charity which I feel sure
will cover a multitude of shortcomings.
This Canada of ours —
" A daughter in her mother's house.
But mistress in her own " ;
her past, present and future, are surely subjects of sufficient
importance to fill my allotted time to repletion.
A well-known writer says : — " We are erecting here, on
broad foundations of freedom, justice and equality, an edifice
which may be not only a home for ourselves and our children,
76 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONT. AND QUE.
but a shelter for the oppressed of the world." And if we as
Congregationalists, and as such the exponents of the broadest
civil and religious liberty, do not find congenial and suceessful
work as builders in this structure, we fail to live up to our high
calling and opportunities.
It is now trite to assert that we have a part in " a vaster
empire than has been." That Canada constitutes an important
and integral portion of the British Empire is a fact never so
clearly recognized as now. When the motherland entered upon
that costly and bloody struggle in South Africa, the Canadian
response with material aid and sympathy was so genuine and
hearty as to forge a new and stronger link in that chain of
loyal service which binds every part of the worldwide empire in
one common interest. And the sorrowful fact that we have
contributed precious, manly lives in the cause of liberty and
civilization in Africa, tends to solidify in a perpetual bond thae
union of purpose which hitherto was more largely mere sentir
ment. As in our individual lives heart touches heart mor-
closely when sorrows and sufferings are shared, so in out
national life the love that prompts the great sacrifices we have
made, has its compensations in the consciousness that we are
brought nearer together in mutual trust and sympathy. It is
surelj/ cause for devout gratitude to God that we now rejoice to
see the Boer oligarchy, founded on ignorance and superstition,
crushed beneath the advance of civilization and freedom. The
time has come, as Joseph Chamberlain predicted, when an English-
man in South Africa is not to be treated as being of an inferior
race because of his nationality, and it is to be hoped the lesson
will not be lost on the world at large. Conditions change
rapidly during the throes of war, and no nation emerges from
the struggle the same as at the beginning. In our recent
experience the sacrifices have been great, but the compensations
have been equally surprising and gratifying. I am firmly per-
suaded that Canada has made rapid strides towards that unity
that should obliterate the last vestige of racial cleavage in our
fair Dominion, and that the bravery and sdlf-sacrificing loyalty
of our sons, of all races and divergent creeds, has won the
respect and admiration of the world. The commercial advan-
tages that are already accruing opens a subject too wide to
admit discussion in the time allotted, and, therefore, I shall not
enlarge by entering upon so great a theme.
chairman's address. 77
Permit me the privilege of being briefly reminiscent. Just
one hundred years ago my father, then a lad of sixteen, left his
Pennsylvania home to seek a new one in western Upper Canada,
then an almost unbroken wilderness. The journey began on
the iirst of May, 1800, and ended on June 1, at the now old
homestead in Brant County. Who can fitly describe that thirty
days' journey, or picture the hopes, fears and discouragements
the members of the little procession must have experienced ?
Of their pioneer life, with its privations and struggles, little
need be said, but the thought will come that those early settlers
were heroes as brave as ever bore the brunt of battle. On that
dear old farm I was born, and I have been privileged to live to
see thriving cities; towns and villages as the rich fruitage ot
pioneer industry. The smoke of a thousand factories, and the
hum of countless machines tell the story of progress and develop-
ment in language more eloquent than even human speech. No
wonder T love Canada. For it my father bore arms ; for it he
devoted a long life of strenuous endeavor as a tiller of the soil,
and he made it my home, with all that the word implies.
My mother became a charter member of the Congregational
Church at Burford, in Brant County, sixty-five years ago, and
no sacrifice she was ever called upon to make, and they were
not a few, for the church of her first, last and only love, was
ever considered too great. A word of historic justice is due in
this connection to the memory of the late Rev. James Nail, one
of the pioneers of our faith in Canada, who was instrumental
in establishing causes at Scotland and Burford, which have
always been staunch and true to our distinctive principles. Mr.
Nail came to Canada under the auspices of the Colonial Mission-
ary Society, just before the Rebellion of 1837-8 broke out, and
all classes responded to his appeal for aid in the erection of a
church in which all creed lines were obliterated. When the
structure was yet incomplete, and political dissensions came,
and a majority of the subscribers withdrew, their promised
contributions were repaid by the few lovers of true liberty of
conscience, who stood manfully to the task, and this made the
burden heavy to bear, but those who for many years were
privileged to sit under Mr. Nail's ministrations were well able
to give strong reasons for being Congregationalists. And his
sturdv loyalty to truth was ably sustained by his successors, the
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Revs. William F. Clark, Jas. Vincent, John Brown, William
Hay and others. Mr. Hay's ministry at Burford and Scotland
extended over fifty years, where he wrought a work for Christ
and humanity that only eternity can reveal.
If I did not feel the great responsibility of addressing so
dignified a body as the Congregational Union, and the necessity
of avoiding all levity, I would like to recall some of the laughter-
provoking incidents of that primitive church life. Perhaps the
ludicrous side of things is magnified in a church or court room
by reason of the solemnity of the surroundings, but the fact
remains that my memory is stored with incidents which provoke
laughter even now whenever the storehouse of early experience
is unlocked. Did I say unlocked ? Nay .' for those doors are
ev^er ajar, for three score years and ten is a standpoint in
life from which the most remote past stands out in crystal
clearness.
But I must return to my subject. Canada is indeed
" cradling an empire/' and we ought to be profoundly grateful
that we possess so rich an inheritance. But lest we forget, may
it not be well to briefly review the past, and note the progress
of the wonderful century, as Alfred Russell Wallace fitly calls
it. No one can read this book without the conviction that
greater progress has been made in important achievements dur-
ing the past hundred years than in all the preceding centuries.
This hundred-year span of time has indeed witnessed a widen-
ing of the chasm between poverty and wealth, but means for the
alleviation of suflTering and of hardship have been devised and
given with unstinted generosity. Discoveries calculated to
enrich human life with new possibilities follow each other in
such rapid succession that one stands bewildered. The old
forces of nature find new application, and mechanical inventions
are now in use which would, if suggested fifty years ago, have
exposed the inventor to ridicule. Steam power, comparatively
recently a novelty, is being superseded by electricit}^ and com-
pressed air. No surprise is manifested by seeing ships, cars and
carriages propelled by the former or our homes heated and
cooking done by the latter agent. It is only two decades since I
took part in the initial experiments made by Prof. Bell while
perfecting the telephone, and now its commercial value cannot
be approximated. Wireless telegraphy may be only the pre-
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curser of airships, and the atmosphere as safe a medium for
travel as for communication.
But I must confine my thoughts to Canada and her enviable
position. Within the range of my own memory what social
changes have been wrought ! Education is within reach of the
humblest, sanitary laws are enacted and enforced, civil and
religious liberty is enjoyed by all, the fostering of a State-
sustained church has ceased — in biief, we are as happy, free and
prosperous as any people on earth. It is true we have a vast
public domain awaiting settlement, forest wealth unmeasured,
agricultural resources that make Canada one of the great grana-
ries of the world, mines of gold and silver, of coal and copper,
great storehouses of iron and nickel and other minerals only
measured by the mountain ranges in which they are found.
These are the foundations on which our material wealth is
based. But mere wealth can never make a people truly great,
else nations now recalled only on the pages of history or in
monumental ruins would still remain in their former glory and
power. It is character in the nation and in the units of the
nation that goes to make its stability and greatness, and that
constitutes its real power for good, and we as Congregationalists
should be in the advance guard in the movement toward a
higher national life. As we enter upon a new century, we may
well ask ourselves: What are our responsibilities ? What are
our opportunities ? What is our ability to respond to these ?
and what our equipment for the God-imposed task ?
Possibilities widen before us at every step. The pioneer
tage of Canadian life has been succeeded by easier conditions,
but it would require a vivid imagination to forecast the future
of our still only partially developed west and northwest. Nearly
sixty millions of bushels of cereals was the estimated yield of
last year, and this will doubtless soon aggregate hundreds of
millions as the great wheat area is cultivated. A teeming
population enjoying happy and prosperous homes is one of the
visions of the to-morrow. No, not a vision of the future, for
already the marching of the mighty host is heard, and the vast
expanse of prairie, so recently the haunt of the buffalo, and
teeming with wild fowl, is being peopled by a sturdy race, build-
ing up happy homes. But churches and educational institutions
are also indispensable adjuncts to national growth. The preacher
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and teacher are abroad in the land, and the farmer, miner and
stock-grower of the far west are demanding the advantages of
education and religious instruction with as keen a perception of
their value as the residents of the most highly favored cities of
the east. Oar forests are yet far from exhausted, and even the
far north, with its rigorous climate, has its compensations in
minerals sufficient to add materially to the world's resources,
while it is the conviction of thoughtful men that we are on the
eve of unprecedented development and still more rapid advance-
ment than our comparatively brief history has witnessed.
It may seem out of place for me to attempt to discuss our
position, duty and equipment as Congregationalists That Con-
gregationalism, as a living, vital principle, and not a church
organization only, should exercise a controlling influence in
moulding the destinies of this vast empire of the north land
will be accepted without argument. That a salutary and power-
ful influence has been exercised by our church already is patent
to all who are familiar with the history of the clergy reserve
question for instance, in which our ministers took an active
part, and which resulted in the recovery of one-seventh of the
public lands of Upper Canada for the people, and the cessation
of State aid to the Church of England.
While it may be true that we have not increased numeri-
cally in proportion to the increase of population, yet the Chris-
tian democracy we have fostered has permeated other and more
ecclesiastical bodies, to whose lay membership we were a con-
stant incentive to persistent demands for equality and recogni-
tion. An Episcopalian clergyman remarked to me some years
since : — " You Congregationalists are a menace to other churches.
Even now our lay element is seeking representation in our
Synods, and there will be no rest, I suppose, until it is con-
ceded." Well, the good old exclusionist lived to see his anticipa-
tions realized, for his church long since surrendered to the
unrest of the pew. It is true that the Synods still vote by
orders on certain questions, but the leaven is working, and in
the end can only result in the extinction of the old fossilism.
But we must not be too optimistic in concluding that the
dissemination of democratic ideas has permeated all classes and
creeds in our liberty-loving Dominion. For instance, at the
1<S99 meeting of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian
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Church of Canada, a suggestion was made that the Moderator
be chosen by the ex- Moderators, and not by popular vote. The
proposal was relegated to the local presbyteries for discussion,
and its ultimate fate can be easily forecast, at least, we can
anticipate what it would be if dealt with by a Congregational
Union.
There is missionary work to be done when a Roman
Catholic Bishop feels impelled to say what Bishop Dowling, of
Hamilton, did at Brantford a few months ago : — " You have a
Bishop here who will make his priests obey him, and I intend
to be obeyed. Our Lord when on earth appointed Bishops, and
He expects priests to obey their Bishops, and expects the people
to obey their priests. I am a man of peace, but I also am a
Bishop, and I intend to make my priests obey me, and when
they appeal to the Pope against me, the Pope himself writes to
me to maintain my authority. When I was in Toronto preach-
ing in the presence of the Archbishop and the Premier of the
Dominion, I laid down the principle that the Catholic Church
was the great power for maintaining authority in the family, the
State and the Church."
And all the offence charged against the Brantford priest
was that he had refused to tax his people at his Bishop's direc-
tion beyond their means. There was one hopeful feature in the
episode, viz., that the people stood by their priest as far as they
dared, and presented him with a well-filled purse, accompanied
by words of sympathy and affection.
One would naturally conclude that Congregationalism
would be indigeneous on Canadian soil, for it embodies in con-
crete form the widest personal, church and religious liberty of
thought and action. It is true we have no national heroic deeds
of self-sacrifice with which to incite our membership to loyalty
and aggressiveness, but we share a part in the legacy bequeathed
by that pilgrim band of one hundred who, at Plymouth in 1620,
established, amid cold, hunger and death, a cause that has made
its influence felt in Canada as well as throughout the United
States. As I stood by the Pilgrim spring at Plymouth last
September, and drank from its pure waters, I saw a close
parallel with that other spring of religious life represented by
the Pilgrim Fathers. The first still gushes forth in its primal
volume, undiminished during the centuries, while the latter has
become a mighty stream, the influence of which continues to
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permeate our social and religious life, and which is ever extend-
ing through missionary operations to the dark places of the
earth.
Nevertheless, we cannot view with too great complacency
the mirror which reflects our advantages and disadvantages
with equal fidelity. We may, like Samson, be strong when
wisely watchful. Our very strength may prove a snare. We
pride ourselves, and justly so, on our intellectual and individual
freedom, but the freest people are those who are governed by
wise and beneficial laws. We enjoy perfect health of body only
when we obey implicitly the laws of health. Extremes meet in
all our experiences, and I w^ould, therefore, emphasize the
necessity of guarding against the dangers that beset us, and
that originate from within more than from without. I need but
cite the fact that one of our stalwart champions of independence
actually threatened legal proceedings to obtain an injunction to
prevent the excision of the title "Independent" from our church
organ, to show that 1 have not conjured up a bodyless spirit.
We boast of our freedom of action — that each church is a
law unto itself, and we are so jealous of even a shadow of inter-
ference that the tendency is to isolation and selfishness. Each
church is a unit, so fearful of contact with others, even frater-
nally, that we are in danger of remaining a rope of sand,
unfitted for the inevitable strain that we must be prepared to
stand. The motto of modern life is, " In union there is strength."
It finds expression in the great factories and commercial enter-
prises that deem it expedient in ever-increasing ratio to secure
aggregated millions of capital with a view to greater production
at less cost. Surely you admit the presence of a natural law in
the spiritual world, and we can learn the highest wisdom by
taking counsel of the worldly wise. I want to safeguard myself
at this point, as my excellent friend, Prof. Graham Taylor, often
says. I do not mean that we should call in the aid of ecclesias-
tical machinery to secure a superficial union, for this would be
subversive of our high aims and purposes. We must remain
independent to be consistent, but we can cultivate a spirit of
broad Christian sympathy that will bring us in closer and more
vital touch than could be secured by volumes of legislative
enactments. The teaching of our pulpits should impress on the
individual member a knowledge of our claims to recognition as
an important factor in national life, while exercising the most
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loving toleration for all whose aim is the advancement of
Christ's kingdom among men.
I do not urge Congregational ministers to preach denomina-
tionalism as applied to ourselves, but the pew can profitably
listen to forceful and logical expositions of the broad Christian
liberty for which we firmly stand. A Congregational church
should be made up of intelligent men and women. If kept in
ignorance of why they are what they claim to be, the tendency
will be to narrowness and bigotry, and disintegration will follow
the first schism that arises from within or assault from without.
It may not be unprofitable in this connection to see ourselves as
others see us, and I, therefore, make an extract or two from a
series of articles in The Boston Congregational! st, written by
leading clergymen of other denominations, at the editor's
request. The Rev. O. P. GiflTord, D.D., a well-known Baptist
clergyman of Buffalo, says : — " I cannot say with the Pagan
priestess, ' O Congregationalism, thou are irresistible.' Then,
my word would be from within, not from without the body.
Indeed, if that were true, then denominationalism were slain, and
all the world were Congregationalists. That Congregationalism
is not irresistible may be due to the natural hardness of the
human heart, or, perchance, to the fact that that form of church
life and thought is not equal to all the truth.
" Congregationalism has its limits as a form of church
polity ; it emphasizes State rights and loses the Federal idea.
It would make an archipelago, not a continent, of organized
Christianity. It lacks power in great emergencies — power of
resistance, power of aggression. It lacks esprit de corps. The
local churches do not touch elbows in the common fight. ' One
shall chase a thousand, and two shall put ten thousand to
flight ' ; the trouble is to get two who will sink anything of
individualism for the common end. Alexander was irresistible
because of the Greek phalanx. England is irresistible because
of her military organization and discipline. Roman Catholicism
is a mighty force because of her splendid organization. She
has form, but wants in spiritual life. Congregationalism is
resistible because it lacks organization. This denomination had
the right of way in New England, and might have had it in the
republic, if it could have risen above the colonial to the federal
idea. The movement in trade and politics is toward centraliza-
tion. Congregationalism is not in the movement. The business
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trust has power because the men who are in it trust each other
— subordinate personal choice to common ends. Congregation-
alism lacks power, because while men trust God, they do not
trust each other. This denomination, or form of church govern-
ment, is individualism gone to seed."
The Rev. W. R. Huntington, D.D., an Episcopalian, wrote :
"No born New Englander, who has in him a shred of the
historic sense, can speak or write of the Congregationalists with
indifference.
" Recalling what I saw and heard in the happy days of my
Worcester County life, I should be disposed to set down the
strong points of Congregationalism as these, to wit: —
" (1) A lofty estimate of the value of trained intelligence
in the exercise of the Christian ministry.
" (2) A clear recognition of the duty of every lay member
of a church to take an active interest in its affairs, temporal as
well as spiritual.
" And its weaknesses to be these : —
"(1) A certain incapacity for expansion beyond the terri-
torial limits within which it is indigenous.
" (2; An undervaluation of the mystical or sacramental as
contrasted with the doctrinal and practical, sides of religion.
" If I am right in convicting Congregationalism of a certain
bondage to habitat and incapacity for transplantation, the reason
probably is that too much independency, on the part of the units
of organization, has made impossible, or at any rate difficult,
that leadership which is needed for successful expansion."
In view of all the conditions making up our environment,
we have surely strong incentives to renewed courage and
increased earnestness. Ours is the true apostolic succession, and
again and ever the question confronts us : How can we best
meet our obligations ? Ours must needs be the ideal church.
It demands an educated and consecrated ministry. As to the
first, it is a matter of congratulation that we were never better
equipped than now to send out educated men from our college.
Dr. George has given proof of his eminent fitness for his respon-
sible position, and we can rest assured that young men who
enjoy the privilege of a full course under him and his staff will
not lack in mental preparation. And just in proportion as
Christ-like manliness is stamped on the occupant of the pulpit
will be the reflex effect on the pew. It is an admitted fact that
chairman's address. 85
there is a tendency to an undue anxiety on the part of pastors
to add numerically to their churches without realizing the
absolute need for an accession only of those elements which
constitute the true power of a Congregational church — a know-
ledge of our distinctive principles, and why we hold to them.
Zeal without knowledge leaves each member without a rudder,
to be driven away by every appeal to self-will, even in matters
of detail in local management. Other denominations have
organizations that enable them to stand the strain of divergent
opinions, but we must necessarily depend on the possession of
sanctified common sense on the part of our membership, and,
may I not add, of our ministers as well.
One of the indispensable conditions to our close touch with
each other in loving sympathy is the maintenance of The
Congregationalist. It is not a question whether it is a vital
necessity, but how best to maintain it. To this end our energies
should be concentrated. We must have a nerve centre to our
system or the parts will become paralyzed, and a concerted and
sustained effort in every church is all that is needed to place
our periodical on a self-sustaining basis. Will you not, my
brethren, make this matter one of personal responsibility ?
In view of these briefly summaiized conditions of our
country and its needs, the final question is : Have we a call
from God to take part as an important factor in shaping her
destinies ? God's calls are always to go forward and not back-
ward, upward and not downward, and towards the light of a
higher civilization, and we can best show our faith by earnest
work along the lines indicated as necessary to the building up
of a free, educated and consecrated citizenship.
I cannot close without a passing reference to the Inter-
national Council held in Boston last September. I shall not
attempt the impossible in the way of giving even a brief synopsis
of the proceedings on that never-to-be-forgotten occasion, but I
do wish to voice my highest appreciation of the mental and
spiritual feast provided amid the historic surroundings, where
American Congregationalism had its birth, where it was cradled
amid stormy trials, and is to-day an irresistible power. I firmly
believe that far-reaching results will follow that gathering,
representing every part of the civilized world, results that will
be felt through the coming centuries, inciting all to a stauncher
loyalty to a living Christ as the only hope of redeemed humanity.
Canada Congregational Missionary Society.
Officers and Committees for 1900-1901.
President.
CHARLES GUSHING, B.C.L.,
Montreal, Que.
Secretary.
REV. A. F. McGregor, b.a.,
Toronto, Ont.
Honorary Secretary.
REV. J. H. GEORGE, D.D.,
Montreal, Que.
Treasurer.
CHARLES R. BLACK, Esq.,
Montreal, Que.
Executive Committee.
REV. J. K. UNSWORTH, B.A., .
HENRY O'HARA, Esq., ....
REV. WM. McINTOSH, ....
REV. HUGH PEDLEY, B.A., .
REV. E. E. BRAITHWAITE, B.A.,
REV. J. W. COX, B.A., .
C. E. McMICHAEL, Esq., ....
Western Asuociation.
Toronto "
Eastern "
Quebec "
Nova Scotia
(I
Neiv Brunswick.
General Committee.
REV. W. S. PRITCHARD, B.A.,
" A. W. MAIN,
" W. H. WARRINER, D.D.,
" E. M. HILL, D.D.,
•« F. J. DAY, B.D.,
" W. J. IIINDLEY,
•« .J. T. DALEY, B.A.,
" JOHN WOOD,
•« C. E. BOLTON,
S. P. LEET, Esq.,
R. J. McKELVIE, Esq,
J. C. COPP, Esq.,
GEO. PIM, Esq..
R. Y. BLVTH, Esq.,
H. COX, Esq .
WM. McCartney, esq,
F. H. STEVENSON, Esq.,
F. E. DOUG ALL, Esq.,
S. H. C. MINER, Esq.,
A. ALEXANDER, Esq.
B. B. STEVENSON, Esq.
Auditors.
A. McA. MURPHY, Esq.
Mr. Oharles Gushing, BCIL., Montreal,
President of G.C.M.8.
NOTICE. 87
NOTICE.
It is becoming more than ever a practice among Christian
people to recognize the Lord's portion in their Last Wills and
Testaments, whereby, though they be dead; they speak and act
in the furtherance of Missionary, Educational, and Benevolent
objects. American Congregationalists are among the most wise
and generous in this way, and have left legacies of blessings for
succeeding generations. Among the members of our Congrega-
tional churches in Canada, there have also been those who have
followed a likewise generous course.
For the guidance of those who may desire to make like
bequests, the following legal form is subjoined. The amount
bequeathed may be devoted specially to the Church Extension
and Building Fund, in which case the income would only be
used, or may be given for the general purposes of the Society.
FORM FOR A BEQUEST.
I give and bequeath to the Canada Congregational Mis-
sionary Society, incorporated by the Parliament of the Dominion
of Canada, A.D. 1885, the sum of . . out of my
estate, to be paid without any charge
or deduction whatever ; and I direct that the receipt of the
Secretary and Treasurer of the Society shall constitute and be a
sufficient discharge thereof.
88 CONGKEGATIONAL MISSIONARY" SOCIETY.
CONSTITUTION.
ARTICLE I. — NAME.
This Corporation shall be called "The Canada Congkegational
Missionary Society," and shall conduct its operations within the limits
of the Dominion of Canada.
ARTICLE II. — OBJECTS.
The objects of the Society shall be as set forth in the Act of Incorpora-
tion, namely, to plant and to foster Congregational churches in suitable
localities ; to aid churches in sustaining their pastors where required.
ARTICLE III. — MEMBERSHIP.
All persons being members or adherents of Congregational churches,
paying two dollars annually into the funds of the Society, shall be mem-
bers, and those who subscribe at one time twenty dollars or more, shall be
life members. Churches subscribing annually ten dollars or more, may be
represented at the annual meeting of the Society by one delegate, and
churches subscribing fifty dollars or more may be represented by two dele-
gates. Each Auxiliary branch contributing annually to the funds of the
Society ten dollars or more, may be represented by one delegate. The
above mentioned subscribers and delegates shall constitute the membership
of the Corporation.
ARTICLE IV. — OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES.
The officers of the Society shall be a President, a Secretary, a Treas-
urer, a Superintendent and two Auditors. The Standing Committees shall
be a General Committee and an Executive Committee. These officers and
committees shall be appointed at the annual meeting of the Society, and
shall all be members of the Corporation. The General Committee shall
consist of the President, Secretary, Treasurer, Superintendent, and not
more than twenty-five members. The Executive Committee shall be com-
posed of the President, the Secretary, the Treasurer, the Superintendent,
the Honorary Secretary, and one member from each District Association
within the bounds of the operations of the Society, who may be nominated
by the Association.
ARTICLE V. — DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES.
The President shall preside at all meetings of the Society and its
Committees, when practicable, and shall seek to promote the general
interest of the Society's work.
The Secretary shall have charge of the books and correspondence of
the Society, shall call the meetings of the Society and its Committees, and
shall exhibit the records of the proceedings at each meeting.
CONSTITUTION. 89
The Treasurer shall have charge of the funds of the Society, disbursing
them as directed by the General or Executive Committee, and shall present
annually a full account of all receipts and disbursements.
The Superintendent shall be under the direction of the Executive
Committee, to whom he shall report quarterly, visit the churches of the
Congregational order within the bounds of the Society's operations with a
view of deepening their interest in its work, and of securing liberal contri-
butions for the Society, and shall explore new mission fields, secure mis-
sionaries for vacant churches, and have a general oversight of the interests
and work of the Society.
The Auditors shall examine the accounts of the Society when required,
and make an annual audit of the Treasurer's books previous to the annual
meeting of the Society.
The General Committee shall exercise all the corporate powers of the
Society, have charge of annual mission grants made to the churches,
examine, employ and direct all the missionaries of the Society, and have a
general supervision of its aflfairs. They shall present a report of the work
of the Society at each of its annual meetings.
The Executive Committee shall have full charge and power for the
administration of the affairs of the Society during the interval between the
annual meetings of the General Committee ; shall receive all applications
from churches for aid from the Society, and report thereon to the General
Committee, to whom they shall also make an annual report of their pro-
ceedings.
ARTICLE VI. — MEETINGS.
The Corporation shall meet annually on the first Wednesday after the
first Sunday in June, at the place where the Congregational Union of
Ontario and Quebec assembles. A public annual missionary meeting shall
be held on the evening of the next day. Special meetings for the despatch
of special business may be called by the Executive Committee at such time
and place as may be deemed desirable, provided that a month's notice be
given thereof. The General Committee shall hold their meeting at the
same time and place as the Corporation, at the call of the Secretary ; and
the Executive Committee shall hold their quarterly meeting at the time and
place it may be agreed upon.
ARTICLE VII. — CHURCH EXTENSION AND BUILDING FUND.
All sums of money specially collected, given or bequeathed for the
purpose, together with the proceeds received from the sale of disused
church property, shall form a Church Extension and Building Fund, which
shall be invested by the Corporation, who may apply the income thereof,
by the General or the Executive Committee, by the way of loans, or other-
wise, for the organization of churches in new fields, and for the erection or
enlargement of places of worship where they may be required.
ARTICLE VIII. — AUXILIARY SOCIETIES.
Auxiliary branches of this Society may be formed in churches and
localities, to co-operate in the work of the Society. Each branch shall, at
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least one month previous to the annual meeting of the Society, make an
annual report to the Secretary, and send to the Treasurer all funds col-
lected on its behalf.
ARTICLE IX. — MISSIONARIES.
Each missionary in the employment of this Society must be a regularly
accredited member of a Congregational church, and shall endeavor faith-
fully to promote all the interests of the Congregational denomination in
Canada. He shall send to the Secretary a quarterly statement of his work,
and furnish such statistical returns as may be called for,
ARTICLE X. — MISSIONS.
Each church requiring a missionary grant by the General Committee,
must make application therefor through the Secretary, at least one month
previous to the annual meeting of the Society, according to the printed
forms provided, in which a certificate to the effect that all previous pledges
of support to its pastor have been fulfilled, shall be inserted. Churches
aided by this Society are required to make an annual collection for the
funds, and to keep their property sufficiently insured ; and such churches
acquiring property, shall have inserted in the Trust Deed a clause providing
that in case the church shall at any time be disbanded or cease to exist, the
property shall revert to the Society.
ARTICLE XI. — RECEIVING AND DISMISSING PASTORS.
Churches aided by this Society are required, as far as practicable, in
the settlement and dismissal of pastors, to carry out the recommendations
passed by the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec, in 1876, in
relation to Councils. In cases where this is impracticable, the sanction of
the Executive Committee must be obtained before a settlement or dismissal
of a pastor is consummated.
ARTICLE XII. — CONVEYING PROPERTY.
The President, Treasurer and Secretary, or any two of them, shall be
the duly authorized persons on behalf of the Corporation to convey real
estate, and to discharge mortgages ; and the Treasurer shall be the duly
authorized person, on behalf of the Corporation, to accept conveyances of
real estate, and to receive mortgages. The Treasurer shall affix the Cor-
poration seal to all documents which may require it.
ARTICLE XIII. — AMENDING THE CONSTITUTION.
This Constitution may be altered or amended by a vote of two-thirds
of the members present at any annual meeting of the Society, one day's
notice having previously been given of the proposed amendment, in writing.
MINUTES. 91
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CORPORATION.
The annual meeting of the Canada Congregational Mission-
ary Society was held in Emmanuel Congregational Church,
Montreal, on Wednesday, June 6th, at 11 o'clock a.m., 1900, Mr.
Charles Cushing, President, in the chair.
On motion, Rev. W. S. Pritchard, of Granby, was elected
Minute Secretary.
Rev. A. F. McGregor presented the Forty-seventh Annual
Report of the Society, and also his own annual report as Super-
intendent of the Society.
Mr. C. R. Black presented his report as Treasurer for the
year ending May 81st, 1900.
It was moved by Rev. Dr. Warriner, seconded by Rev. C.
E. Bolton, and carried, " That these reports be received and
adopted and referred to the incoming General Committee for
their consideration."
The following resolution concerning the action of the Execu-
tive, regarding the Congregational parsonage at Ayer's Flats,
was moved by Rev. Frank J. Day, B.A., seconded by Mr. C. R.
Black, and unanimously carried: — "That the deed of sale and
conveyance by Homei G. Ayer, of Ayer's Flat, commonly
called the trust deed, of the lot of land at Ayer's Flat therein
described, passed before Mr. Thomas , Notary
Public, the thirty-first day of May last (1900) in the year of our
Lord One Thousand Nine Hundred, and executed, so far as the
Canada Congregational Missionary Society is concerned, by the
Rev. Frank J. Day, B.A., of Sherbrooke, a member of the Execu-
tive of said Society, and on its behalf, be and is hereby ratified
and confirmed, and the Chairman and Treasurer of the Society
are hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the said Society,
a Notarial Act of Ratification."
A recommendation from the out-going General Committee
was presented by Rev. A. F. McGregor, as follows :
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That the officers for the ensuing year, 1900-01, be : Presi-
dent, Mr. Charles Gushing ; Secretary, Rev. A. F. McGregor,
B.A. ; Treasurer, Mr. Charles R. Black ; Honorary Secretary,
Dr. George. Representative of Western Association, Rev. J. K.
Unsworth ; of Toronto Association, Mr. H. O'Hara ; of Eastern
Association, Rev. Wm. Mcintosh ; of Quebec Association, Rev,
Hugh Pedley ; of Nova Scotia, Rev. E. E. Braithwaite, and Rev.
J. W. Cox ; of New Brunswick, Mr. C. E. McMichael.
GENERAL COMMITTEE.
Revs. W. S. Pritchard, A W. Main, W. H. Warriner, E. M.
Hill, F. J. Day, W. J. Hin.lley, J. T. Daley, John Wood, C. E.
Bolton, and Messrs. J. McNicol, S. P. Leet, R. J. McKelvie, J. C.
Copp, George Pirn, R. Y. Blyth, H. Cox, Wm. McCartney, F. H.
Stevenson, F. E. Dougall, S. H. C. Miner and A. Alexander.
On motion of Rev. R. Ha^^, seconded by Rev. D. S.
Hamilton, the recommendation was adopted.
Dr. Warriner then presented the following resolution, which
was seconded by Mr. Yeigh, and adopted by a rising vote : —
" That this Corporation desires to place on record its great
appreciation of the valuable services which the Rev. A. F.
McGregor, B.A, late Missionary Superintendent, has rendered
during his term of office. Mr. McGregor has devoted his great
ability with untiring zeal and much wisdom to the cause of this
Society, and in laying down his office carries with him the best
wishes of the Society for his future prosperity and usefulness."
Rev. Mr. McGregor responded fittingly.
On motion of Mr. C. R. Black, seconded by Rev. John
Wood, the thanks of the Society were tendered the auditors
for their generous services, and the request made that they act
in the same capacity for the ensuing year.
On motion the meeting adjourned.
W. S. Pritchard,
Minute Secretary.
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FORTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT OF THE CANADA
CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
In a review of the forty-seventh year of the operations of
this Society, one of the notable features is the attempt to match
increasing and widening opportunities with truer vision and
more adequate performance.
The fact of the incomincr thousands into the great North-
West of our Dominion and the forward movements of the great
evangelical bodies to meet the spiritual needs of these communi-
ties, seemed to be a call to the Congregationalists of the older
provinces to go forward and help in so worthy an undertaking.
The expressed interest of our brethren of the Colonial
Society in the New West made it all the harder for the Execu-
tive of this Society to decline this task. In the judgment of
the representatives of that Society, Rev. D. Burford Hooke and
Mr. Evan Spicer, it seemed to be one of the issues of the hour.
After visiting nearly all the aided churches in the Maritime
Provinces and some of the fields in Quebec and Ontario, Rev.
D. Burford Hooke, Secretary of the Colonial Society, and Rev.
A. F, McGregor, Superintendent and Secretary of this Society,
proceeded to the West towards the close of last summer, and
visited important points in Manitoba, Alberta and British
Columbia. On their return a recommendation of certain places,
as desirable stations for new work, was made to the Executive
in Montreal, and to a meeting of interested delegates in Boston
during the sessions of the International Congregational Council.
A line of action was there and then decided on, and a Century
Fund was recommended, and the whole matter commended to
the consideration of the various Associations at their respective
Fall meetings.
Each of these Associations duly endorsed the new move-
ment. At a meeting, however, of representatives of the College
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Board and of the Executive of this Society, held in Montreal
last November, the plan of a common Century Fund was
abandoned ; it being deemed unadvisable to combine the College
Endowment and the North- West Extension Fund. If a Century
Fund had been agreed on last June, and if there had not come
in the course of the year, exceptional and altogether unlooked-
for demands for large and liberal contributions from the
Churches and the public generally, it is beyond question that
the financial results of the appeal for funds for new work in the
North- West would be quite other than they are. What the
financial exhibit is will be learned from the Treasurer's State-
ment. The times are not bad ; there is no financial panic
abroad, and the cause appealing for help has been kept well
before the Churches, by means of the special numbers of the
Congregationalist, and the addresses and letters of the Superin-
tendent.
It would seem that there is failure on the part of many
to see and to realize that the West is the strategic ground of
Canada, and that the present is in very truth a crisis-time. It
is probable that part, at least, of the deficiency in the Treasury
must be accounted for on the ground of defective methods of
giving in the local Churches.
But a decided advance has been made. The area of interest
in our Home Mission work has been somewhat widened and the
constituency of givers somewhat increased. This is specially
true in the case of the enlisted Sunday Schools. Some Schools
have made a gratifying response to the appeal made to them to
help the new North- West Fund.
The friends of this work will do well to give every encour-
agement to the proposal to interest our Sunday School scholars
in Home Missionary efforts. Their culture in the true patriotism,
the patiiotism which supremely concerns itself with the moral
and spiritual needs of this country, will issue in high and last-
ing good to themselves and the land they call their home.
A new beginning has been made. To a southern mining
town of British Columbia we have sent our first man. Rev. Wm.
Munroe, who went last month to Nelson, the chief town in the
East Kootenay District. Mr. Munroe is a graduate of our
College, an Ontario boy, and there is every expectation that he
will give a good account of himself in the responsible under-
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taking to which he is committed. For a time the Society must
give him a liberal support, and, therefore, the Churches must
feel the added responsibility thus assumed. Mr. Munroe will
doubtless put forth vigorous efforts to inspire the spirit of self-
support in Nelson, but for the present, he must be sustained,
and an impetus must be given to the work of organization and
building. Having thus begun in one place, and at considerable
cost, this Society must increase its energies and forces and the
Churches must largely increase their support.
A number of changes have taken place in the pastorates
during the year. Truro, Nova Scotia, rendered vacant by the
resignation of Rev. Edwin Rose, received temporary supply
through this Society, from Rev. R. Hopkin, of Westinount, last
summer ; from Rev. John Wood, of Ottawa, since January of
this year, and is now supplied by student J. M. Williams, of our
College. Central Economy is being supplied by student R. J.
Drysdale. Margaree, Cape Breton, was fortunate in being able
to get as pastor, Rev. A. Braine, formerly of Milton, N. S. Rev.
J. M. Austin, having received a call from Brooklyn and Beach
Meadows, began work there last summer. Rev. Thos. Hall, Hon.
Secretary of this Society, compelled by failing health, resigned
his exacting charge in Melbourne and Ulverton, in Quebec
Province, and to the great regret of numerous friends in Canada
transferred the scene of his labors to Island Pond, Vermont,
U. S. The friends of this Society cannot forget the many years
of faithful service rendered to our Churches by Mr. Hall, and
they cherish the hope that he may, at no distant date, return to
the land to which he is bound by many ties.
Rev. E. Rose has received appointment to the work in
Ayer's Flat and Boynton, and gratifying evidences of progress
are reported. Kingston, Calvary, has found a worthy pastor in
Rev. Thos. Leggette, formerly of Edgar and Rugby. Bowman-
ville has had the energetic services of Mr. A. E. tJarding, but ill
health compelling his retirement, student Astor Schrag is supply-
ing the Church for the summer. Rev. E. M. C. Botterill, a man
of mature experience and considerable pulpit power, has been
called to the Church in Barrie. Listowel has recently invited
Rev. T. R. Forbes for a limited term. In Tilbury, Mr. J. R. Lewis,
a Welshman, well accredited from the old land, has been carrying
on a very successful work since last Fall. Churchill is being at
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present supplied by student C. C. Claris. Rev. J, W. Pedley,
called last summer to the Western Church, Toronto, reports sub-
stantial progress. Kincardine reports considerable advancement
since the coming of Rev. Wm. Collins as pastor, in the Fall of
of last year.
It is pleasing to call attention to the men who persevere in
their fields, without change, among whom are, Revs. J. W. Cox,
B A., of Lower Selmah, Noel and Maitland ; D. Coburn, of
Kingsport ; G. W. Ball, of Liverpool ; G. M. Whyte, of Pleasant
River, and D. W. Purdon, of Chebogue, all of Nova Scotia ; Rev.
A. B. Ross, B.A., of Keswick Ridge, N. B. ; Revs. R. G. Watt, of
Fitch Bay, and W. Johnston, of Franklin Centre, in Quebec ;
Revs. H. I. Horsey, of Zion, Ottawa; M. A. Shaver, of Cobourg ;
Geo. A. MacKenzie, of Stratford, and W. A. Vrooman, of Maple
St., Winnipeg. Rev. J. H. Bainton works on in Vancouver, and
Rev. F. Payne has striven to hold the fort in Victoria.
Grateful mention is hereby made of the contribution of
$600 from the Woman's Board to the work of this Society. It
is to Christian women we must look for much of the interest
and enthusiasm called for in the prosecution of the work at home
as well as abroad. By voice and pen and personal example
they can represent the conscience and heart of a Christian
patriotism. This Society, therefore, heartily welcomes their
counsels and co-operation.
Lest, in the ardor of an advocacy of a forward movement,
there should even seem to be an overlooking of the importance
of maintaining well the base of supplies, that is, the Churches
and stations we already have, let it be clearly kept in mind
that no new work can long live if the old work is not well and
wisely sustained. Criticism may busy itself with the defects
and mistakes which may characterize the working of these
small and struggling bands, but wherever life is found, though
there be only " a little power," as in the early Church in
Philadelphia, it is well to be slow to shut the door, it is more
brotherly and Christian to " stablish the things that remain that
were ready to die."
To all, then, who have, in any way, aided this Society in
the work done and in the plans devised, the Officers and Com-
mittee beg to tender their cordial thanks. Special thanks are
due to the Colonial Society for aid amounting to over $1,700
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during the past year. With the friends of the Colonial Society
in England we desire to feel ourselves to be in ever-increasing
friendly relations, and we wish those relations to grow warmer,
if possibly that can be.
We would also cherish the hope that in addressing our-
selves to the great missionary questions of the hour, the intelli-
gence, earnestness and practical sagacity of our brethren of the
neighboring Republic will not be wholly wanting. In this con-
nection it is worthy of mention that the Superintendent of
Missions for the State of Washington, Rev, A. J. Bailey, kindly
accompanied the Superintendent of this Society in visits to the
Kootenay Districts of British Columbia, and gave to the Society
the benefit of his mature judgment and experience.
In reference to the resignation of the Superintendent, we
beg to report that this resignation has been regretfully accepted.
We would recommend that so far as the older Provinces are
concerned, the work of oversight be carried on by the District
Associations, working in conjunction with the Central Executive,
As regards the country west of Lake Superior we recommend
that as soon as possible a Superintendent be appointed who
shall carry on his work under the direction of the Executive of
this Society.
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CONGKEGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
WINNOWINGS FROM REPORTS.
Brooklyn and Beach Meadows, Nova
Scotia. — Rev. James M. Austin took charge
September 24th, 1899. Last October the
membership of the church in Brooklyn was
103. At the beginning of this year there
was an average morning congregation of
100, and in the evening, 250. None have
united with the church as members. The
interest taken in missionary work is encour-
aging. There is a steady increase of attendance in the Sun-
day School in Brooklyn. The Society of Christian Endeavor
at Beach Meadows gives the pastor hope. A slight increase
in the collections at church services was reported in April.
It is proposed to erect a new church building at Beach Meadows
next autumn.
Chebogue, N.S. — Rev. D. W. Purdon has completed his
seventh year in the pastorate of this church. In the report for
the past quarter he remarks: "The best thing going with us is
my young folks' week evening class, with an average attend-
ance of 18. These come from all the four denominations, and
are not daunted by bad weather." The church has a member-
ship of 60, but the half of them are abroad. It seems probable
that a union of churches on the ground must take place, as all
the denominations suffer by removals from the place, none
coming in to take their places.
KiNGSPORT, N.S. — Rev. David Coburn continues pastor.
Summer visitors add to the congregation somewhat. On the
whole the church is on a better footing. Improvements have
been made, adding to the comfort of the church building. Two
have united with the church, the present membership being 22.
Liverpool, N.S. — Rev. Geo. W. Ball is now completing his
sixth pastoral year in Liverpool. His morning congregations
average 7.5, the evening ones from 160 to 175. Seven have
united as members of the church during the last six months.
The present actual membership is 63. Contributions have
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increased, and the attendance at the Sunday School has been
increased by 10.
Milton, N.S. — Rev. Churchill Moore began work in Decem-
ber of last year. Two joined the church. Present membership
is 46. Congregations from 50 to 65.
Selma-H (Lower), Noel an"d S. Ma.itlaxd, N S. — Total
membership in those fields, 109. No additions reported. Rev.
J. W. Cox, B.A., pastor, is in the fourth year of his pastorate
here.
Centra-L Economy, N.S. — Mr. Wm. R. Harvie was not
able to complete his year's work here, financial obligations in
view of a contemplated college course making necessary a
change of field. During his term the attendance at services
steadily increased. Nominally there is a membership of 45, but
a number are very old and some very young. The pastor inter-
ested himself in the care and training of the young, and organized
an Outlook Club, holding fortnightly meetings. An interesting
weekly church paper was started by Mr. Harvie, and proved of
service in developing the work. With sixtj'' children belonging
to the congregation there is something to be done, which, if
done well, will tell for good in the community.
Truro, N.S.— During his vacation, Rev. R. Hopkin, of
Westmount, acceptably supplied for a few Sundays. At the
request of the Executive, Rev. John Wood, of Ottawa, supplied
from January till May. His presence and work have greatly
cheered and helped the little band of workers. Student J. M.
Williams is supplying for the summer. The church is very
weak ; receipts are about $4 per week. There is a bright Junior
Christian Endeavor Society with an attendance of 15 to 20.
Congregations range, from 40 to 60. The church membership
is 18 or 20.
Margaree, N. E., Cape Breton. — Rev. A. Braine took
charge in May of last year. Congregations from 50 to 70 ;
actual membership, 40. None added. During the last three
months, large numbers of the people have left for Sydney,
among whom are two deacons, the Secretary of the church and
the Sunday School Superintentent.
Pleasant River, N.S. — Rev. G. M. Whyte, pastor. Appoint-
ments at Pleasant River, Hemford, Baker's Settlement, Rhyno
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and New Elm. Congregations at some of these places show a
marked increase. Substantial improvements made to parsonage.
Weekly prayer-meeting at Pleasant River revived. A weekly
preaching service begun at Hemford last summer. Large influx
of railway workers. From 50 to 80 attend week evening ser-
vice. Contemplating a monthly Sunday morning service at the
gold mine.
Keswick Ridge, N.B. — Rev. A. B. Ross, B.A., pastor.
More interested in our denominational enterprises. Prayer-
meetings, socials and literary society meetings have been very
encouraging. Pastor has secured a horse, and does much visit-
ing. Pastor considers the whole strength of the church to be
about the equivalent of twenty families in an Ontario church.
The membership list is 95. Three have united with the church.
Ayer's Flat, Que. — Rev. Edwin Rose began work here in
January last. Collections taken up at the public services, a
new effort for this place. Special services were held at Boynton
in the winter, Rev. Mr. Watt assisting. A Junior C. E. Society,
organized by Mrs. Rose, with a good attendance ; also a Ladies'
Aid and Missionary Society at Boynton. The work is growing.
A new parsonage is being built in a beautiful location.
Fitch Bay, Que. — Rev. R. G. Watt, pastor, nearly three
years in this field. The congregations range from 50 to 75.
Two have united with the church. Interest in the work grow-
ing among the young. Missions kept steadily before them, and
better giving than ever before. The outside appointments are
at Brown's Hill and Crystal Lake, a re-adjustment of the plan
of work having been made.
Franklin Centre, Que. - Rev. Wallace Johnston, pastor,
since April 1st, 1899. Great progress made. Notwithstanding
loss of many families by removal, the congregation averages 75.
Contributions for objects other than local, good. Members on
roll, 46.
Pt. St. Charles, Que. — Rev. D. S. Hamilton, B.A., in
charge for four years. One hundred and twenty-five church
members ; seven added. Church raising $100 for outside
repairs. The building up of the life of the church slow but
sure. Christian Endeavor Society has undertaken the support
of an Armenian orphan. Congregations from 125 to 200.
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Westmount, Que. — Rev, Robert Hopkin, pastor, has com-
pleted his fourth year in this charge. Present actual member-
ship is 98. Congregations, 90 to 200. Average Sunday-
collection, $22.27. Thirteen united with the church. Special
collection by Sunday School scholars for new North- West work.
A. Mission Band has been organized. Harmony prevailing.
Barrie, Ont.— Rev. E. M. C. Botterill, pastor. Mr. J. M.
Williams rendered good service as summer supply. The number
of church members on roll, 85. Average of congregation, 90 to
175. The pastor has organized a Bible class, named the Barrie
Bible Union, with a large membership and good attendance.
Has also organized the business and denominational interests of
the church. The likelihood is that this church will now be
self-sustaining. Church recognizes in the Society a generous
friend.
BowMANViLLE, Ont. — Mr. A. E. Harding has had charge
since May 1st of last year. Membership list of 52 ; congrega-
tions from 55 to 70 ; the Sunday School in good working con-
dition. Improvements made to the building, and some old debts
paid off. Student Astor Schrag supplies for the summer, Mr.
Harding having felt it necessary to give up the work.
COBOURG, Ont. — Rev. Melville A. Shaver, pastor, has been
19 months in charge. Present membership, 78 ; congregations,
75 to 150 ; average Sunday collection, $13 ; Home Department
Class in connection with Sunday School of 25 ; quarterly mis-
sionary meeting and collection.
Hamilton, Ont. (Immanuel). — Rev. Geo. Extence, pastor.
The financial problem is very difficult. Mortgage on building
of $1,500 ; floating debt, $265 ; church membership, 50. Thirteen
received during 15 months of present pastorate. Sunday School
has 140 scholars. The present building a great handicap to
progress. Pastor secured $300 during the year for helping the
church from outside sources. Old troubles hinder the work.
S. S. and C. E. S. give to Home and Foreign Missions. There is
also a Woman's Auxiliary and Ladies' Aid Society.
Ho WICK, Ont. — Rev. John A. Mair, pastor. Special ser-
vices held during the month of March by the pastor with local
help. Forty-five members ; congregation, 75 ; average Sunday
collection, 60 cents or about $8 per quarter ; Y. P. S. C. E., with
membership of 50.
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HowiCK, Second Church re-opened ; average attendance
30 ; Mr. Mair lias resigned.
Kincardine, Ont. — Rev. Wm. Collins, pastor, took charge
September 8rd, 1899. Present membership, 50; congregations
improved, averaging 150 ; church members on roll, 45 ; Sunday
School scholars on roll, 55 ; offerings for both Home and Foreign
Missions largely increased ; finances improved.
Kingston, Calvary, Ont. — Rev. Thos. Leggette took
charge on November 1st, 1899. Attendance at Sunday services
and Sunday School largely increased ; re-organization of young
people's work effected. Collection taken each roonth at Wednes-
day evening prayer-meeting for missionary work.
Listowel, Ont. — Rev. M. Kelly resigned last fall. Rev. T.
R. Forbes has been called for one year from 1st May. Number
of church members, about 50 ; average congregation, 60 to 70.
Amount pledged by the people, S350 for the pastor's support ;.
grant received, $150.
Ottawa, Welcome-Zion, Ont. — Rev. H. I. Horsey has been
pastor for five years. Church membership, 74 ; average con-
gregation, 70 in the morning, 150 in the evening; average Sun-
day collection, §10.17. Improvements made to church interior -^
number of Sunday School scholars on roll, 145 ; amount pledged
by the people, 8400 for pastor's salary ; grant received last year
S350, diminished grant asked for this year.
St. Catharines, Ont. — Rev. W. A. Taylor installed as
pastor February last. Under present pastorate congregations
are increasing, people are united ; the outlook is good. The
present building, while good of the kind, must some day give
place to a more attractive one ; church raises $300 ; asks a grant
of $200.
Stratford, Ont.— Rev. Geo. A. MacKenzie, pastor. Num-
ber of church members on roll, 60 ; average of congregation,,
morning, 80; evening, 225 ; 15 received last year on profession
of faith. Mr. Alexander, our old organist, has been secured ; the
Ladies' Aid, formed about a year ago, has raised about $100;^
local debts reduced ; several improvements and repairs have
been executed on the property. Amount pledged by the people,
$500 and rent ; $200 of a grant asked for.
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Tilbury, Ont. — Mr. J. R. Lewis, pastor. Nine months in
charge. The work is progressing ; prospects encouraging. Actual
membership, 72 ; average congregation, 80. Amount pledged by
the people, S2oO ; grant asked for, $100. A "church organized
at Renwick ; building needed there. Some 20 members have
been received into the church. The young men's prayer- meeting
organized by the pastor. All effort is being put forth towards
a self-sustaining ministry.
WiNGHAM, Ont. — Rev. J. W. Goffin, pastor. Actual mem-
bership, 66 ; average congregations, 55. Better financial show-
ing than last year. Pastor has resigned.
Wetaskiwin, Alta. — Missionary Erci Ostergren in charge
for the last two years. Present membership, 42 ; average con-
gregations, 50 to 60. A.mount pledged by the people for the
pastor, $100 and use of parsonage; grant from the Society,
$300. Increased contributions to benevolent objects and for
denominational work.
Winnipeg, Man., Maple St. Church. — Rev. W. A. Vrooman
has been pastor for the last twelve months. Present church
membership, 33 ; average congregation, 50 in the morning ;
evening, 115, showing increased attendance as compared with
the preceding months ; the Sunday School has also a larger
attendance. About twenty have united with the church.
Increased contributions all round. Church contemplates enter-
ing on some institutional church work.
Victoria, B.C. — Rev. Fred Payne, pastor, has been in
charge one year and six months. The membership is 55. Some
progress has been made toward a new church building, as the
congregation at present worships in a hall. The pastor is
earnest, but is not satisfied to continue in charge of the work.
Nelson, B.C. — Rev. W. Munroe, pastor. Mr. Munroe began
work only in May of this year. After being a few daj's in
Nelson, he reports five Congregational families to be depended
upon and others in sight. There being no church building as
yet, arrangements are being made to use a hall. Nelson needs
a church that will embody something at least of the institu-
tional idea. There is no Y. M. C. A., no reading rooms, no
church is attempting to reach the floating life. There are forty
hotels. The people of Nelson expect something good of our
Congregational effort.
A. F. McGregor,
Secretary.
104
CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF
THE CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY
SOCIETY FOR THE YEAR ENDING
MAY 3 1st, 1900.
Some of the less strong churches re-
quire far more attention and care than
others. Where the number of members
is small and the financial resources lim-
ited, it takes great wisdom and grace to
make these churches successful in the
present day, and especially in connection
with the Congregational body in Can-
ada. The question of an able ministry
for such churches is a manifestly diffi-
cult one. Men of feeble powers in
preaching and deficient in education are
not the men for the weaker churches.
Ability and faithfulness, reading, study, prayer, pastoral fidelity,
all are demanded of the ministry to-day, wherever the field of
its exercise may be. If any man needs great practical and
administrative tact, it is the minister of a small struggling
church. He certainly needs these qualities who would meet
the requirements of the Canadian Congregational Superinteiid-
ency in its relation to those churches. Yet he who has been the
Superintendent for the past year did not feel that there were
rebellious spirits to hold in check, nor strongly discordant
elements to be harmonized ; though there were one or two
delicate occasions to be guarded, lest a tempest should be
excited which it might not be easy to quell.
The finding of suitable pastors for our vacant churches and
keeping them supplied in intervals of settlements, made con-
siderable demands on my time and attention. The amount of
REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT. 105
correspondence consequent on such arrangements has been
larger than many have any idea of.
The distances between point and point where we are re-
presented in this wide Dominion adds a peculiar element to
the problem we have to deal with as a Missionary Society.
It has happened more than once that when its official repre-
sentative was specially needed in one place, there was an urgent
call for him to be at a place greatly distant from that one. A
crisis-time it was called in the one case, and that was just the
thing they called it in the other case. It seemed at times a
perfect combination of crisis-cases.
In the last 12 months I have travelled 25,422 miles. I
have preserved no record of the jostles and jolts of these miles !
The Christian spirit of any worthy Superintendent loves
to go with aid wherever there is want, but let him do his
utmost, he cannot be so much abroad as to be present in two
widely-distant churches at one and the same time. Weighed
against those impossibilities, let the defects in service, though
not of spirit, be a balance in favor of the Superintendent.
The year has witnessed manifest indications of a growing
interest in Canada on the part of the friends of the Colonial
Society. The time of my visits to the Maritime Provinces and
to the North- West and British Columbia was, by the request of
the Executive, determined by the time of the coming of Rev. D.
Burford Hooke, the Colonial Secretary. By us both and for
the most part together, all the churches of Nova Scotia and
Cape Breton, of New Brunswick and of the North- West were
seen, and I hope encouraged in their good work.
New places of prospective effort were carefully chosen. I
was extremely thankful that all these journeys were made
without accident of any kind to our English visitors or to
myself, a thankfulness enhanced, in view of the many dangers
to which travellers are ever liable. It cannot be doubted that
in Mr. Hooke our Canadian work has a sincere and hearty
friend.
The new departure authorized last June, of reports every
three months from the pastors of churches aided by this Society,
has been made, and I am pleased to be able to say, that these
reports have regularly come to hand and — with perhaps an
exception or two — they have been sent in with commendable
106 CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
promptness. In the Special Missionary numbers of the Con-
gregationalist there was a summary given of any matters of
interest and importance found in the reports. The reports are
kept on tile lor future reference.
In my correspondence month by month in the Congrega-
tionalist, I have sought to lay before its readers such intelli-
gence concerning the churches visited as the space at command
would permit. I trust that those reviews contributed some-
what to the interest of our paper and to the kindling of added
sympathy for the important work in which we are engaged.
Let me here bear testimony to the hearty co-operation in
this endeavor on the part of the Editor of the Gongregation-
alist, Rev. J. P. Gerrie. No man could be more willing to help
than he has invariably been, as paragraph after paragraph all
through the year from his pen will hear record.
As the Secretary of the Society, I have sought to keep in
touch with the ministers of all the churches, believing that to
them chiefly it is given to guide and work the springs that
command progress and achievement in all the enterprise of the
church. It may be that too much is expected of our ministers ;
sometimes, I fear, our expectations are unreasonably high. But
even then it is better that our ministers be looked to as inspir-
ing examples than that tliey should be judged to be in the rear
of the party of progress in any forward and Christly movement.
Through pastors and superintendents of Sunday schools, I
have sought to enlist our boys and girls as helpers in our mis-
sionary work. Marvels will be seen when they all join our
company, and with the joy and energy of youth take uj) the
cry, " Broad Canada for Christ." Is there not great need of
reinforcements for our ranks ? How comparatively little yet
of the business, the pleasure and the plans of the people kneels
reverently at the feet of the Saviour and really owns Him Lord
of all !
The correspondence I have been called to conduct has been
larger this year than for any previous one. My aim has been
to attend to it as promptly as I could. Where vacant churches
have written me in reference to the securing of pastors, I have
in every case striven to advise with the greatest possible care,
and I am glad to believe that a number of happy settlements
have thus been effected. In placing the students for their
REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT. 107
summer work, i have acted with Rev. Dr. George, whose judg-
ment as Principal of the College has been always valuable.
In finding temporary supplies, at all agreeable to the
churches, some churches have given me considerable trouble ;
but this is certainly an important part of the duty of the
occupant of the Superintendency. VVith a Superintendent or
without one, there ought however to be a Standing Committee
or Council of Reference, carefully selected, whose advice should
be asked and whose decisions would have weight in the matter
of supplies introduced, pastors called and cases of difficulty
adjusted. Indeed I think it would be well that churches not
aided by this Society, as well as those that are helped, should
by reference honor this Committee. Is it not true that churches
have suffered again and again for want of this very thing ?
No care is too great, no pains too much, to take in so vital a
matter. If counsel is taken at all, is it not better that it be
taken in a systematic and regulated way ?
The Council of Reference should be carefully chosen by a
committee appointed for this purpose. If the committee of
selection were composed of three members, by one of the mem-
bers withdrawing annually from office, and being ineligible for
re-election for, say three years, certain objections might thereby
be removed. Thus, with a Council of Reference well chosen by
a committee of selection, and with respect paid to its pronounced
decisions, practical aid could be rendered to the churches which
would be invaluable to our denomination and to the work of
the Master.
This proposal to secure timely and sympathetic advice
would be a proposal to the churches desiring co-operation or
guidance. The churches that would have none of it and who
might prefer to nurse their isolation and even Pharisaic self-
elation, would do so on their own responsibility, and we venture
to say to their own loss.
One thing I am clearly convinced of, there is an existing
and great need of a healthy supervision — an all-round oversight
from sea to sea and from the south to the farthest north. Sub-
ordinate oversight may he utilized, but the whole need cannot,
in my judgment, be met without a Central Council — baptize
the thing by any name you please.
I do not wish to detain you with a recital of places I have
108 CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
visited from the Atlantic to the Pacific coast, of Committee and
Association meetings attended, of addresses and sermons deliv-
ered, of conferences and councils, ordination and installation
services shared in, of letters written and appeals made ; part of
all this you already know and the rest you can understand.
On the shortcomings of my work I invoke your kind for-
bearance. Ihe best that I have done is far below what might
have been wrought. It was with manifold misgivings I entered
on the work. 1 lay it down in the comfort of the consciousness
that I have striven to do my duty.
I desire to thank my brethren in the ministry for oft-
expressed appreciation and many manifestations of sympathy.
I wish also to thank the officers and committee for their kind
consideration and counsel, and I would say to all the friends
who have, everywhere I have gone, met me with welcome and
great kindness, that I remember them in love and desire for
them the blessing of the eternal Father.
Respectfully submitted,
A. F. McGregor.
Toronto, June 6th, 1900.
TREASURERS REPORT.
109
TREASURER'S REPORT.
For Year Ending May 31st, 1900.
As this year marks the be-
ginning of a ■ new century,
your Treasurer thought it
might be instructive for us
to go back for ten years, and
see if -the course of these
years has any lesson for us
as a Society.
From the Year Book of
1890, 1 find the church mem-
bership for Canada reported
as 9,281 — and in our last
Year Book it is reported as
10,468.
These figures are probably
only approximate — but they
are the only figures we have.
They represent in the ten
years an increase of 12i ° j^.
Now in view of this percent-
age of increase in member-
ship, how has it affected our.
Society ?
The following figures will illustrate this ; —
The contributions from churches for the C. C. M. S., by Districts
in 1890-
-Ontario, Western,
$993 . . . .
...in 1900—
$458
II II
II Central,
775 .. .
694
II 1
II Eastern,
1006 . . .
269
II II
Quebec,
1254 . . .
1666
II II
N. S. and N. B.,
675 . . . .
411
II 1
Manitoba,
295 . . .
128
110 CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
The totals being, in 1890—^5,000, and in 1900—^,5,^^5, which
represents a decrease of 27 °/„, instead of an increase of 12 J °/J.
These figures, therefore, show that there is a waning interest
in the work of our Home Missions in almost all the districts ;
which demands the serious attention of the incoming Committee.
The general prosperity all over the Dominion gave your
Committee cause to hope that our work would share propor-
tionally in the improved condition of affairs ; consequently our
grants were considerably increased over the previous year.
Your Committee was also hopeful that, with a full year's
work of our Missionary Superintendent, the churches every-
where would make a large increase in their subscriptions.
The necessary expenses of such an officer were distinctly
pointed out in my report of last year ; but it is to be regretted
that our hopes of a corresponding increase were not realized.
The return to the Missionary Superintendentship has now
been given a trial for nearly twenty months ; and in so far as
the financial results are concerned — with which only I have, as
Treasurer, more particularly to do, it is clear that in its present
form we cannot afford to continue the office.
As will be seen from the financial statements submitted
herewith, the grants paid during the past year amounted to
$8,008, as against $6,941 in the previous year, an increase of
over $1,000.
Forty-one churches have participated in these grants, of
which 20 are in Ontario, 11 in N. S. and N. B., (j in Quebec, and
4 in Manitoba, B. C, and the North- West.
It will be the duty of the new Committee to consider care-
fully each separate application, with a view to the reduction of
the amounts applied for — keeping in mind the principle that
ultimate self-support should be looked forward to by all our
missionary churches, as well as the fact that we must be guided
by the amount of the means entrusted to us, in the apportion-
ment of these means.
After the visit of the deputation from the Colonial Mis-
sionary Society — referred to more fully in the report of the
Secretary — a new fund was started for aggressive work in the
North- West, and appeals were made as you are aware, for
special help to this end.
Two lots were purchased for a church site in the City of
treasurer's report. Ill
Nelson, B. C, for which was paid the sum of Sl,508.35 — and
the Rev. W. Munro, one of our graduating students of this year,
went there last month as our missionary. A sum of $200 has
been advanced to him oa account, making a total payment of
$1,708.35 for this new North-West work.
The Colonial Missionary Society has paid towards the
purchase of the lots £150 sterling, realizing $723.66. Special
subscriptions and collections from Canada have been received,
amounting to $519.88 ; and the balance, viz., $461.81, has mean-
time been charged to General Mission Fund ; but additional
subscriptions to this fund are urgently requested.
There has been received during the year $2,244, on account
of the legacy of the late Peter Campbell. A further amount of
about $1,000 is yet to come in from this source on the sale of a
property yet to be realized upon.
The usual amount of $600 has also been received through
the C. C. W. B. M., for which we tender our hearcy thanks.
The financial statements for the year are herewith pre-
sented, duly audited by the Society's auditors, Messrs. Murphy
and Stevenson, to whom the thanks of the Society are due.
With regard to the balance now at credit of the General
Mission Fund account, it should be said that against this there
are liabilities incurred, which will reduce this balance to a very
3mall amount.
Respectfully submitted,
CHARLES R. BLACK,
Treasurer.
Montreal, 31st Mav, 1900.
112 CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
Postscript. — The following sums have been received since
the books were closed : —
For General Mission Fund.
Forest, Central $32 66
Kingston, First 20 00
M t..r 1899 23 60
Middleville and Rosetta 17 80
St. Andrews 16 15
Rugby 12 10
Belwood 8 50
Montreal, Calvary, additional 8 50
II Ft. St. Charles, additional . 50
Kingsport 8 00
South Maitland 17 75
Lower Selina 12 25
Noel 9 87
Maitland 1 00
For North- West New Work.
Toronto— Zion Church S. S $12 00
Woodstock— S. S 7 21
C. R. B., Treas.
June 7th, 1900.
treasurer's report. 113
TREASURER'S CASH STATEMENT
For Year Ending May 31st, 1900.
RECEIPTS.
Cash on hand, June 1st, 1899 S3,190 22
Loans repaid $24,219 50
Capital Account 366 25
Revenue Account 3,528 25
Reserve Account 287 50
Gorham Revenues 388 01
Legacies 2,277 38
Contributions 5,217 19
Colonial Missionary Society 1,717 99
38,002 07
$41,192 29
DISBURSEMENTS.
On Account of Loans $23,359 43
Grants 8,008 50
Missionary Superintendent 1,617 79
New North-West Work 1,708 35
ShurtleflF Mission Fund 202 10
C. E. and Building Fund 13 19
General Expenses 696 83
being cash on hand 5,586 10
Balance
$41,192 29
THE GENERAL MISSION FUND.
RECEIPTS.
Balance on hand, June 1st, 1899 $ 929 15
Contributions : —
British Columbia $ 7 60
Manitoba 128 20
Ontario— Western District $458 05
Central ,. , 694 01
M Eastern 269 89
1,421 95
Quebec , 1,666 45
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick 411 75
Personal Subscriptions 427 00
Special Collections 34 36
3,635 95
461 36
Legacies — On account Estate P. Campbell 2,244 05
., „ „ Miss McKillican 33 33
C. C. W. Board of Missions
Gorham Estate, Revenue
Shurtleflf Mission Fund, Revenue....
C. E. and B. Fund, Revenue .
Colonial Missionary Society, for B. C
- 2,277
38
600 00
388 01
2,231
41
892
70
991
33
$12,407 29
114- CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
DISBURSEMENTS.
Paid for Grants : —
British Columbia $] ,484 03
Alberta .300 00
Manitoba 158 50
Ontario— Western District $1,505 16
M Central „ 415 00
M Eastern , 871 66
2,791 82
Quebec 604 45
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick 1,461 50
Ayer's Flat and District 1,208 20
$ §,008 50
Missionary Superintendent : —
Salary, 12 months 1,200 00
Travelling Expenses, etc., less received for supply 417 79
1,617 79
New North- West Work, Balance 461 81
General Expenses : — •
Executive Committee, Travelling $213 80
Administration 100 00
" Congregationalist " 200 00
Year Book, space . 64 50
Typewriting Machine for Secretary 48 00
Printing and Stationery 37 50
Postages, Telegrams, etc 16 03
Expenses, re visit Secretary Col. Miss. Soc. . . 17 00
696 83
Less i charged to C. E. and B. F. and G. R. E. Fund . . 232 28
464 55
Balance at Credit, May 31st, 1900 1,854 64
12,407 29
NEW NORTH-WEST WORK.— SPECIAL.
RECEIPTS.
Colonial Missionary Society, on account Nelson, B. C, Lots,
£150 sterling $726 66
Special Subscriptions and Collections 519 88
$1,246 rA
Balance transferred to General Mission Fund 461 81
$1,708 35
DISBURSEMENTS.
Paid for two lots in Nelson, B. C, Church Site $1,508 .^S
II account of Rev. W. Munroe, Missionary to Nelson 200 OO
$1,708 35
treasurer's report. 115
SHURTLEFF MISSION FUND.— REVENUE ACCOUNT.
RECEIPTS.
Balance unexpended, June 1st, 1899 $ 166 48
Interest from Investments 2,323 51
12,489 99
DISBURSEMENTS.
G. M. Fund for Grants to Ayer's Flat and Fitch Bay $1,087 50
„ „ Students' Work in District 120 70
$1,208 20
„ „ General Distribution 1,023 21
Expense, Administration and Notarial Expenses 202 10
Balance unexpended , . . 56 48
$2,489 99
CHURCH EXTENSION AND BUILDING FUND.— REVENUE
ACCOUNT.
RECEIPTS.
Balance, June 1st, 1899 • $ 791 37
Interest from Investments C68 89
$1,460 26
DISBURSEMEXTS.
Expenses, re Hawkesbury Church Property $ 13 19
One-sixth of General Expenses 116 14
Transferred to General Mission Fund 892 70
Balance 438 23
$1,460 26
GEORGE ROBERTSON EVANGELISTIC FUND.— REVENUE
ACCOUNT.
RECEIPTS.
Balance, June 1st, 1899 $ 654 34
Interest from Investments 535 85
$1,190 19
DISBURSEMENTS.
One-sixth of General Expenses $ 116 14
Balance 1,074 05
$1,190 19
Montreal, 31st May, 1900. Audited and found correct.
CHAS. R. BLACK, Treasurer. A. McA. MURPH Y, \ . , , .,_^
B. B. STEVENSON, J ^"'*'^°'^*-
116 CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
SUMMARY OF SUBSCRIPTIONS.
ONTARIO, WESTERN DISTRICT.
1900. 1899.
Brantford $51 32 $70 77
Embro 17 44 22 00
Frome 6 00
Garafraxa 21 00 5 00
Guelph 62 45 44 45
Hamilton, First 76 85 105 00
II Immanuel . 15 02
Howick, First 7 45
Kincardine 28 50 12 50
London, South 15 00
Paris 19 80 13 29
Plympton, North 5 00
Scotland 20 75 28 77
Stratford 18 60 16 50
Tilbury, East 13 50 25 50
Watford 3 12 10 00
Wingham 22 25 22 60
Woodstock 54 00 60 00
$458 05
ONTARIO, CENTRAL DISTRICT.
1900. 1899.
Barrie $52 50 $25 00
Bowmanville 13 70 10 25
Dalston 13 71
Edgar.. 15 13 14 00
Georgetown 15 00 30 00
North Erin 1 25
Stouffville 15 57 15 60
Toronto, Northern 127 30 174 95
Olivet 12 50 12 50
Zion 1135
Bond Street 416 00
$694 01
ONTARIO, EASTERN DISTRICT.
1900.
Cobourg $20 00
Coldsprings 4 00
Kingston, Calvary 8 50
Lanark 58 00
Maxville and St. Elmo 98 46
Ottawa, First 70 93
II Welcome Zion 10 00
$269 89
1899.
$13 00
6 00
61 41
85 55
60 00
15 00
tkeasurer's report. 117
QUEBEC.
1900. 1899.
Brigham $700 $8 00
Cowansville 46 28 34 75
Danville 66 14 52 13
East Farnham 10 50
Eaton 6 00
Fitch Bay 27 00 20 00
Franklin Centre 35 00 10 00
Oranby 148 30 101 10
Melbourne . 12 00 26 24
Montreal, Emmanuel 859 85 364 26
Zion 67 05 71 77
Calvary 1.30 88 ' 147 00
„ Point St. Charles 60 85 52 50
Westmount 20 00 15 00
Sherbrooke 107 90 118 45
Stanstead, South . 26 00
Ulverton 4 00 8 15
Waterville. . . 31 70 19 .25
$1666 45
NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK.
1900.
Beach Meadows $12 00
Brooklyn 12 25
Chebogue 19 72
Economy 10 00
Hemford 3 00
Keswick Ridge 20 GO
Kingsport 10 50
Lower Selma 10 00
Maitland, South 3 00
Milton 26 00
Margaree , 1 40
Noel 6 00
Pleasant River 17 83
Sheffield 68 00
St. John 40 77
Truro 5 50
Yarmouth 124 25
Collections, per Missionary Superintendent 21 53
$411 75
MANITOBA.
1900. 1899.
Winnipeg, Central $113 00 $316 13
Maple .Street 15 20 9 40
$128 20
1899.
$10 00
12 25
19 00
12 00
5 00
8 00
8 00
24 75
15 40
21 00
15 85
4 00
61 17
52 40
9 00
124 10
118 CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
BRITISH COLUMBIA.
1900^ 1899.
Victoria $ 5 60 $18 20
Vancouver 2 00
$ 7 60
PERSONAL SUBSCRIPTIONS.
Mrs. S. H. C. Miner $200 00
B. W. Robertson 180 00
Rev. A. F. McGregor '. '. 12 00
Rev. A. W. Gerrie 10 00
Anonymous , 10 00
Rev. J. Salmon 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. W. Freeland . . 5 CO
Finlay McKillican 5 00
$427 00
SPECIAL CONTRIBUTIONS.
Collection at Annual Meeting $ 25 60
M Union N. S. and N. B 8 76
$ 34 36
LEGACIES.
Peter Campbell $2244 05
Miss A. McKillican 33 33
$2277 38-
C. C. WOMAN'S BOARD OF MISSIONS.
Hamilton, First, Auxiliary $ 50 89
Montreal, Emmanuel, Auxiliary 25 30
Zion, „ 14 80
Toronto, Broadview Ave. , i. 7 15
Listowel, II 4 00
Undesignated 497 86
$600 00
SUBSCRIPTIONS RECEIVED FOR NEW NORTH-WEST WORK.
Northern Church, Toronto— H. O'Hara $100 00
7 00
Auxiliary W. B. M 20 00
Union College, Northern Church, Toronto, net 2 4-5
Scotland Church 26 67
Warwick and Lake Shore 11 25
Franklin Centre 15 00
Winnipeg, Maple Street 4 00
Kingston, Bethel 9 50
Margaree 3 50
St. Catharines S. S 5 40
treasurer's report. 119
St. Andrews S. S 14 00
Stratford S. S 10 00
Montreal, Westmount S. S 3 25
Sherbrooke S. S 20 00
Hamilton, Immanuel S. S 8 50
Fitch Bay, Union S. S 2 50
Barrie S. S 5 40
MaxviUe S. S ' 7 66
Roxborough S. S 5 51
St. ElmoS. S 5 50
Montreal, Zion Church M. B 10 00
,1 Emmanuel Auxiliary W. B. M 19 17
II Westmount n h 10 00
II Calvary « , 6 25
Garafraxa Church n i 5 00
Belwood II II II 4 37
Forest n i. n 50
Woodstock „ J.White 20 00
Paris 1 8 00
Lanark, Zion Church Y. P. S. C. E 10 00
Yarmouth m and S. S 7 75
A friend, per Mr. McGregor .30 73"
5 00
5 00
Helper, „ 5 00
Anonymous n 15 00
Rev. D. Coburn, Kingsport 20 00
A. McK., Inverness.. . 10 00
A.Stevenson, Woodstock 5 00
Ella Brown, 100
W. H. McFarlan, Cowansville 1 00
J. L. Leach, „ 100
John Lincoln, Granby 5 00
Mrs. D. McEwen, MaxviUe 2 00
Elsie Hall, Island Pond 1 00
W. Jeffrey, Pine Grove 2 00
M. E. Harris, Owen Sound 1 00
Miss Miatt, Toronto I 00
Rev. John Wood, Ottawa 10 00
Mrs. Wood, 100
C. R. Black, Montreal 10 00
$519 88
120
CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR THE CANADA CONGREGA-
TIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
For Year Ending May 31st, 1900.
ONTARIO, WESTERN DISTRICT.
BRANTFORD.
Mrs. Brophy $ 1 00
E. L. Goold 3 00
Mrs. J. Ott 5 00
Mrs. J. H. Oldham 120
W. H. Shapley 1 20
Mrs. Jas. Thompson 4 00
Mrs. F. Wisner 3 00
Mrs. W. S. Wisner 1 00
James Wilkes 6 00
Miss A. Wilkes 116
W. Wickens 5 00
Mrs. Wickens 1 00
Miss Wickens 1 00
Henry Yeigh 6 00
S. S. Classes 11 11
Small sums 65
Total $51 32
EMBRO.
Total $17 44
FROME.
Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Mertens . . .% 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Dougherty. 1 00
The Parsonage 1 00
Small sums 3 00
Total $ 6 00
GARAFRAXA.
Total $21 00
GUELPH.
James Goldie $10 00
John Goldie 5 00
Rev. W. J. Hindley 6 00
Rev. Dr. Hindley 2 00
Miss Gausby 3 00
Miss Tatham 2 00
J. W. Lyon 2 00
Mr. Whitelaw 1 00
Mrs. Boult ] 50
Miss Masters ] 00
Mr. Graham 1 00
Mr. Fairbank 1 00
Mr. Skinner 1 00
Mr. Lawrence 1 00
Mrs. Maddock 1 00
Y.P.S.C.E 8 00
Sunday School 4 35
Small sums . . . . 11 60
Total $62 45
HAMILTON.
FIRST.
Miss Daville $28 00
Mr. and Mrs. Alexander 10 00
Anonymous 10 00
R. Harrow 2 00
W. Bale 1 00
R. Smith 1 00
Small sums 1 75
Anonymous contributions 8 10
From Church Funds 15 00
Total $76 85
SUBSCRIPTIONS.
121
IMMANUEL.
Church $ 6 90
Sunday School 8 12
Total $15 02
HOWICK.
FIRST.
Total.. $ 1 45
KINCARDINE.
Total $28 50
LONDON SOUTH.
Total |15 00
PARIS.
A. H. Baird $ 2 00
Percy D. Wright 4 00
J. Brockland 2 00
Mrs. Buckley 2 00
MissL. Silcox 1 00
G. Silcox 1 00
P. Buckley 1 00
Miss Brown 1 00
Miss J. Sovereign . . 1 00
Small sums 4 80
Total $19 80
PLYMPTON NORTH.
Total $ 5 00
SCOTLAND.
Total $20 75
STRATFORD.
Total $18 60
TILBURY EAST.
Total $13 50
WATFORD.
Christian Endeavor $ 3 12
WINGHAM.
Total $22 25
WOODSTOCK.
Rev. Mr. Baker $ 5 00
Mrs. A 1 00
Mite Boxes 1 86
Woman's Missionary Society. . . 46 14
Total $54 00
ONTARIO, CENTRAL DISTRICT.
BARRIE.
Total $52 50
BOWMANVILLE.
Mrs. McMurtry $ 5 00
Mrs. Freeland 1 00
Miss Hosken 1 00
J. Stephens 1 00
S. W. Sanders 1 00
R. D. Davidson 1 00
W. Alexander 1 00
Small sums 2 70
Total $13 70
DALSTON.
J. T. Young $ 1 00
Small sums 3 40
Collections 9 31
Total $13 71
EDGAR.
Total $15 13
GEORGETOWN.
Total $15 00
122
CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY,
NORTH ERIN.
Sunday School $ 1 25
STOUFFVILLE.
Total $15 57
TORONTO.
NORTHERK.
Total $127 30
OLIVET.
Total ..$12 50
ZION.
J. J. Woodhouse $ 2 00
Friend 5 GO
W. J. S 2 50
W. J. S 1 00
W.J. S 85
Total $11 35
BOXD STREET.
T. A. Weldon $25 00
S. F. Kilgore 25 00
G. R. Copping 25 00
Mrs. Morgan Wood 25 00
Rev. A. F. and Mrs. McGregor. 15 00
Mr. and Mrs. Hay 10 00
A Friend (H. N. H. ) 10 00
Young Ladies' Society 10 00
Outlook Club 10 00
R. Maxwell ... 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. Yeigh 5 00
F. Hall 5 00
G. Ryerson 5 00
G. P. Eastman 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Roberts. ... 5 00
Mr. Bredin 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. Whitehead 5 00
C. E, Linch 5 00
Mrs. Heys 5 00
J. Pitman 5 00
Mrs. Spurr 5 00
Mrs. Currie and family 5 00
Dr. MePherson 5 00
Mrs. A. Dowson $5 00
J. B. King 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. McCartney 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. W. Walnisley.. . 5 00
Wm. Pickard 5 00
Jas. Hall 4 00
Mrs. Spooner 3 00
Wm. St. Croix 3 00
Mrs. Milsom 3 00
Miss M, Hall 2 00
The Misses Hall 2 00
J. McGill 2 00
J. H. M 2 00
J. Fish 2 00
C. J. Campbell 2 00
G. Walker 2 00
Blanche E. Waldbrook 2 00
Mrs. Walter Currie 2 00
Mr. and Mrs. G. Sherrin 2 00
S. Heugill 2 00
A Friend . . 2 00
J.Armstrong 2 00
A. W. Smith 2 00
Miss Moore 2 00
T. Claxton ". 2 00
S. B. Hinder 2 00
Mrs. Smith 1 00
A. A. Brown 1 00
Mrs. Dayment 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. Farrow 1 00
M. R. Hunter 1 00
J. Alfholder 1 00
Mrs. Dowes 1 00
Mr. McGuire 1 00
F. W. Mertens 1 00
Annie Hawkins 1 00
H. Lumbers 1 00
R.M.Kennedy 100
H. J. Wickens 1 00
Maude Blain I 00
R. Wellington 1 00
Mrs. Ruthven 1 00
J. McLean I 00
Mrs. E. Ash 1 00
Mr. Heslop 1 00
C. Nelson 1 00
Miss Annie Smith 1 00
T. H. Prater. . 1 00
E. F. Walker 1 00
Mrs. Bowman 1 00
R. M. Campbell I 00
Mrs. Edwards I 00
C. Fry 1 00
SUBSCRIPTIONS.
123
B. Hedges 1 00
J. F. Malcolmson 1 00
R. S. Croker 1 00
R. George 1 00
H. A. Thompson 1 00
G, Sinclair 1 00
J. R. Songhurst 1 00
Mrs. E. McBride 1 00
H. Greene 1 00
Mrs. Leach 1 00
A. R. Esling 1 00
W. VV. Smith 1 00
Mrs. E. King 1 00
A. W. Smith 1 00
M. R. Dill 1 00
Miss Aggie Meek 1 00
J. W. Clarke 1 00
0. C 1 00
Small sums 9 75
Cash 39 25
Morgan Wood 25 00
Total $416 00
ONTARIO, EASTERN DISTRICT.
COBOURG.
Total $20 00
COLDSPRINGS.
Total $ 4 00
KINGSTON.
CALVABY.
Rev. T. Leggette $ 5 00
Small sums 3 50
Total $ 8 50
LANARK.
Rev. D. C. Mcintosh $10 00
T. B. Caldwell 5 00
Geo. J. Hunt 5 00
James Watt 2 00
Mrs. Thos. Watt 2 00
R. Robertson 2 00
Dr. Scott 2 00
Wm. Drysdale 1 50
Miss J. Watt 1 50
W. W. Craig 1 40
Wm. Stead ] 25
John A. Watt 1 00
Robt. Watt 1 00
Jennie Knowles 1 00
Wm. Graham $1 00
Mrs. Dorway 1 00
John H. Wilson 1 00
The Misses Peacock 1 00
A. F. Mcllraith 1 00
A. E. Ballantyne 1 00
Smaller sums 10 35
Sunday School 5 00
Total 858 00
MAXVILLE AND ST. ELMO.
Mr. and Mrs. J. P. McDougall..$ 2 00
D. A. McEwen and family 4 00
Thos. McEwen 2 00
T. W. Munro 1 00
Mack McDougall 2 00
S. J. McEwen 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. P. F. McEwen. .. 2 00
A. A. McEwen 2 00
Finlay McEwen 1 00
D. T. Munro 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. Donald McDougall 5 00
John A. McEwen 1 00
D. P. McDougall 2 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Weegar. . . 2 00
John F. McEwen 4 00
Mrs. Daley 5 00
J. W. Kennedy 5 00
Mrs. J. W. Kennedy 5 00
Thos. Munro 2 00
Donald McEwen » . . 2 00
124
CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
D. C. McDougall 1 00
D. A. McDougall 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Sinclair. ... 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. D. Sinclair 5 00
Donald Kennedy 5 00
Peter Munro 5 00
John Sinclair 2 00
Collections 11 46
Sunday School 4 00
Total $98 46
OTTAWA.
Collections $58 20
Sunday School 12 73
Total $70 93
WELCOME ZION.
Collections $10 00
QUEBEC.
BRIG HAM.
Total $ 7 00
COWANSVILLE.
Rev. W. H. and Mrs. Watson. .$ 5 00
John L. Rowe 5 00
Mrs. W. P. Carter 5 00
W. F. Vilas 3 00
J. L. Leach 2 00
Mrs. McKay 2 00
A Friend 1 00
Mrs. O. N. Hull 1 00
Mrs. J. J. Ruiter 1 00
Wm. Stevenson 1 00
Mrs. W. Stevenson 1 00
Mrs. D. A. Shufelt 1 00
Mrs. J. C. Miltimore 1 00
F. E. Draper 1 00
Mrs. Jas. Dean 1 00
Miss Mabel Watson 1 00
Sunday School 2 66
Miss Hull's Class 1 09
Small sums 10 53
Total ...$46 28
DANVILLE.
Total $66 14
EAST FARNHAM.
Cora M. Buck $ 1 00
Fanny M. Hawk 1 GO
Cortez Buck $1 00
W. N. Hawk 1 00
W. A. Shufelt 1 00
Small sums 5 50
Total $10 50
EATON.
Total $ 6 00
FITCH BAY.
Total $27 00
FRANKLIN CENTRE.
Total $35 00
GRANBY.
Total $148 30
MELBOURNE.
Total $12 00
STANSTEAD SOUTH.
Total $26 00
MONTREAL.
EMMANUEL.
Mrs. F. Scholes, Special $500 00
SUBSCRIPTIONS.
125
Mrs. F. Scholes 50 00
Mrs. A. Fisher 25 00
Wm. Reid 20 GO
Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Black 15 00
Chas. Alexander 10 00
Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Reid 10 00
Mrs. Henry Lyman 10 00
H. H. Lyman 10 00
John Macintosh 10 00
C. T. Williams 10 00
Geo. Lyman 10 00
Arthur Birks 10 00
Rev. Dr. George 10 00
Dr. D. L. Gurd 10 00
Charles Gurd , 10 00
B. B. Stevenson 5 00
F. A. Stevenson 5 00
J. H. Burland 5 00
Mrs. G. W. Morrison 5 00
Mrs. and Miss McLachlan 5 00
Mr, and Mrs. Kearley 5 00
W. R. Ross 5 00
Mrs. and Miss Moss 5 00
A. H. Thompson 5 00
R. C. Jamieson 5 00
Gus. Harries 5 00
J. B. Learmont 5 00
Mrs. J. B. Learmont 5 00
W. G.Owens 5 00
W. B. Blackader 3 00
Mrs. Dr. Stevenson 3 00
R. A. Kydd 3 00
The Misses Blackader 3 00
Mrs. Phelan 2 00
R. H. Bryson 2 00
Dr. Harrington 2 00
Anonymous 2 00
J.B.Sutherland 2 00
Dr. C. C. Gurd 2 00
A. McA. Murphy 2 00
Mrs. L. Gushing 1 00
Mrs. Jos, Savage 1 GO
W. E. Gushing 100
Miss Cochrane . 1 00
Mrs, T. Lyman 1 00
E, Alexander 1 00
Mrs. J. Prevost 1 00
" Jas. H. Leishman 1 00
" G. Johnstone 1 00
" Harries 1 00
*• A. Douglas I 00
P. H. Cowper 1 00
Miss A. Walker , I 00
Miss Muriel Gurd $1 00
Miss Olive Gurd 1 00
Master Walter Gurd 1 00
Anonymous 1 00
Smaller sums 2 60
Sunday School 24 25
Total $859 85
ZION.
Mr, Thos. Moodie $15 00
Mr. S. P. Leet 5 00
Mrs, S, P, Leet 5 00
Mr, Jonathan Brown ... 5 00
Mr. John Leslie 4 00
Anonymous 4 00
Rev. W. H. Warriner, D.D 3 00
Mr. J. E. Cribb 2 00
Miss James 2 00
Mr. James Johnston 2 00
Mrs, Moodie 2 00
Mr, G, S, Wilson 2 00
Anonymous 2 00
Mr. W. Budden 1 00
" A. G. Costen 1 00
" W. Elliot 1 00
" H. Fotheringham 1 00
•' John Kennedy 100
" J. W. Reyner 1 00
" J. F. Reipert 1 00
Miss Macmartin 1 00
Mrs. George Robinson 1 00
Mrs. W, H. Smith ... 1 00
Anonymous 1 00
Small sums 3 05
Total $67 05
POINT ST. CHARLES.
C. Gushing $ 5 00
Rev, D. S, Hamilton 2 00
Mrs. W. Carmichael 2 00
Mrs. J. M, Barton 1 00
Mr. Dossie 1 00
Mrs. Sargeant 1 00
Smaller sums 11 35
Junior Endeavor Society 2 50
Sunday School 35 00
Total $60 85
126
CONGREGATIONAL MISSION ARt SOCIETY.
Sunday School $22 53
J. R. Dougall 20 00
Rev. E. Munson Hill 16 00
Mrs. E. Munson Hill 11 GO
Mrs. R. Macaulay 10 00
C. Gushing 5 00
R. Molyneux 5 00
F. E. Dougall 3 00
Anonymous 3 00
R. W. McLachlan 2 00
J. D. Eraser 2 00
Miss Jessie Smith 2 00
Miss Green 2 00
Miss Munroe 2 00
Mrs. F. Jones 1 50
Mrs. Toller 1 50
Andrew Kerr 1 25
Mrs. Audrew Kerr 1 00
Mrs. R. W. McLachlan 1 00
Mrs. C. Gushing 1 00
Miss Mitchell 1 00
J. W. Duke I 00
J. Gampbell 1 00
G. McGarry 1 00
Mrs. C. G. Slack 1 00
Miss C. Richardson 1 00
Mrs. G Harman 1 00
S. P. Rowell 1 00
G. W. Jones 1 00
Beckford West 1 00
Sums under one dollar 6 40
Two Prayer-Meeting Gollections 1 70
Total $130 88
WESTMOUNT.
Total $20 00
SHERBROOKE.
Rev. and Mrs. F. J. Day $10 00
A. S. Hurd 10 00
S. F. Morey 10 00
J. S. Mitchell 5 00
Miss M. J. Mitchell 5 00
Miss S. A. Mitchell 5 00
Mrs. H. J. Morey 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. VV. H. Abbott. . . 4 00
Mrs. A. T. Nourse 3 00
G. A. LeBaron 3 00
A. W. Blue 2 00
C. H. Foss $2 00
J. J. Kessler 2 00
T. M. Craig 2 00
Mrs. M. McKechnie 2 00
Mrs. R. Mitchell 2 00
N. Dinning 2 00
W. R. Webster 2 00
L. S. Channell 2 00
Mrs. Powers 1 00
W. G.Gage 1 00
H. Rausehousan 1 00
T. M. Gowan 1 00
A. G. Skinner 1 00
E. S. Foss 1 00
Dr. W. A. Farwell 100
Mrs. L. Farwell 1 00
E. W. Abbott 1 00
Miss Dickenson 1 00
G. H. Glark 1 00
J. A. McKechnie I 00
Miss Sutton 1 00
R. J. Spearing 1 00
Hon. J. Mcintosh 1 00
J. M. Jenckes 1 00
W. H. Wilson 1 00
S. W. Jenckes 1 00
iVI iss Jenckes 1 00
Mrs. Paton 1 00
Mrs. Wood 1 00
W. H. J. McKindsey 1 00
Mrs. Hawes 1 00
L. D. Abbott 1 00
A. M. Sangster 1 05
J. Sangster 1 00
Jas. R. Sangster 1 00
Small sums 2 85
Total $107 90
ULVERTON.
Total $ 4 00
WATERVILLE.
Miss Mary Ball $ 5 00
F. G. Gale 5 00
John Blue 2 50
G. 0. Swanson 2 00
G. H. Graik 2 00
Small sums ... 10 50
Ladies' Missionary Society 4 70
Total $31 70
SUBSCRIPTIONS.
NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK.
127
BEACH MEADOWS.
W. M. Auxiliary $12 00
BROOKLYN.
W. M. Auxiliary $12 25
CHEBOGUE.
W. M. Auxiliary . .$14 00
Busy Bees 5 72
Total $19 72
ECONOMY.
W. M. Auxiliary $10 00
HEMFORD.
Church Collection $ 3 00
KESWICK RIDGE.
W. M. Auxiliary $20 00
KINGSPORT.
W. M. Auxiliary and S. S $10 50
LOWER SELMA.
W. M. Auxiliary $10 00
maitland south.
Total $ 3 00
NOEL.
Total $ 6 00
MILTON.
W. M. S $26 00
MARGAREE.
€(Jllection $ 1 40
PLEASANT RIVER.
V\'. M. Auxiliary $ 3 50
Church Collection 14 33
Total $17 83
SHEFFIELD.
Collected by Miss L. Harrison. .$ 4 50
Collected by E. C. Burpee 6 00
C. J. Burpee 1 00
P. K. Barker 1 00
H. Barker 1 00
Hon. C. Burpee 1 50
F. W. Barker 1 00
Small sums 1 00
Puritan C. E 17 50
W. M. Auxiliary 33 50
Total $68 00
ST. JOHN.
W. M. Auxiliary $24 02
Church Collection 16 75
Total ,
77
TRURO.
A. N. Tupper $ 2 00
Mrs. Tupper 1 00
Mrs. Bruce 1 00
Mary Bruce 1 00
Small s\ims 50
Total $ 5 50
YARMOUTH.
Y. P. S. C. E. , Special $55 .38
W. M. Auxiliary 50 70
Church Collections 18 17
Total $124 25
Collections at Missionary Supt.'s
Meetings N.S. and N.B. . . ,$21 53
128
CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
MANITOBA.
WINNIPEG.
CENTRAL.
Church Collections .$91 00
SundaySchool 22 00
Total $113 00
MAPLE ST.
Mr. and Mrs. Black $ 3 00
Mr. Alexander 2 50
Mrs. Telke 1 00
Mrs Lyons 1 00
W. W. Buchanan 1 00
Mrs C. H. Walker 1 00
Small sums 5 70
Total $15 20
BRITISH COLUMBIA.
VICTORIA. VANCOUVER.
Total $ 5 60 Total
.$ 2 00
THE CANADA
Congregational Foreign Missionary Society.
Officers for 1900-1901.
President
REV. T. B. HYDE, Tokonto.
Vice-President
MRS. T. MOODIE, Montreal.
Secretary
REV. E. MUNSON HILL, D.D., 25 Crescent St., Montreal.
Treasurer
REV. VV. T. GUNN, B.D., Embro, Ont.
Directors
REV. W. H. WARRINER, D.D.,
REV. HUGH PEDLEY, B.A.,
REV. D. S. HAMILTON, B.A.,
REV. D. MACALLUM,
REV. W. H. WATSON,
REV. W. S. PRITCHARD, B A.,
REV. G. ELLERY READ,
MR. H. E. HUME,
MR. B. W. ROBERTSON,
MR. C. McDUFF HAY,
MISS DOUGALL,
MRS. A. JENKINS,
MRS. WM. KERR,
MRS. J. D. NASMITH,
MISS F. RAWLINGS,
MR. CHAS. DUFF,
MR. S. P. LEFT, B.C.L.,
MR. C. T. VYILLTAMS,
MR. HENRY YEIGH,
MR. H. W. BARKER.
Executive Committee
THE OFFICERS, together with
REY. W. H. WARRINER, D.D.,
REV. D. S. HAMILTON, B.A.,
REV. W. H. WATSON,
MISS DOUGALL,
MR. S. P. LEFT,
MR. C. T. WILLIAMS.
Superintendent of Department of Young People's Societies
MR. H. W. BARKER, 4 Simpson Ave., Toronto.
Superintendent of Prayer Union
MISS FLORENCE RAWLINGS, Forest, Ont.
130 FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
CONSTITUTION.
This Corporation shall be called The Canada Congregational Foreign
Mls.<ionary Society.
II. — object.
The object of this Society shall be to spread the knowledge of the Gospel
among the heathen and other unenlightened people.
III. — MEMBERSHIP.
The members of this Society shall be persons subscribing $2 annually,
ministers of all contributing churches, one other representative from each
church contributing $10 annually, and two representatives from each church
contributing .$50, or over, annually, and each year the delegates appointed from
any church to the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec shall be dele-
gates to this Society, provided that church be entitled to be so represented.
Every benefactor making a donation of $40 at one time shall be a life member.
IV. — OFFICERS.
The officers of this Society shall consist of a President, Vice-President,
Secretary, Treasurer and Board of Directors, to be elected at the annual meeting
of the Society.
V. — MEETINGS.
An annual meeting of the Society shall be held on the Thursday following
the first Sunday in June, at the place where the Congregational Union of
Ontario and Quebec assembles.
VI. — AMENDMENTS.
This constitution can be amended by vote of two-thirds of the members
present at any annual meeting of the Society, notice of the proposed alteration
having been given in two successive numbers of the " Canadian Independent."*
BY-LAWS.
I. — FUNDS.
All funds arising from donations, legacies, subscriptions or otherwise,
shall be lodged by the Treasurer, as soon as collected, with some chartered
bank, to be named by the Executive Committee. Money can be drawn from
such accounts only by cheques, signed by the Secretary and Treasurer, but the
President or Vice-President may sign for either in their absence.
•Now Canadian Congregationalisi.
BY-LAWS. 131
II. — MANAGEMENT.
The Board of Directors shall consist of not more than twenty-five members
of the Society, including the officers, and shall be elected at the annual meeting,
who shall have full charge and power for the administration of the affairs of the
Society. Immediately after their election they shall appoint an Executive
Committee, and such other committees as they shall deem expedient for the
interests of the Society. The Executive Committee shall have all the powers of
the Board of Directors between the meetings of that Board, and shall consist of
the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and six other members,
together with two members of the Woman's Board, to be appointed by that
Board, and who are members of this Society.
III. — MEETINGS.
The Board of Directors shall meet at least once during the year, imme-
diately before the annual meeting of the Society, at the call of the Secretary,
to prepare reports, and a list of officers and committees to be nominated at the
annual meeting, as well as to transact any other busmess connected with the
interests of the Society.
IV. —PRESENTATION TO CHURCHES.
The work of the Society shall be presented, and a Foreign Missionary
sermon preached, in each of the churches of the constituency at least once in
each year. The Executive Committee shall see that news from the Society's
work is distributed to the churches.
V. — DONATIONS FOR SPECIAL WORK.
When money is donated for missionary work outside the Society's missions,
it may be forwarded to societies working in that field.
VI. — AMENDMENTS.
These By-laws may be altered in the same manner as the Constitution.
FORM OF BEQUEST.
I give and bequeath to the Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary
Society, incorporated by Act of the Parliament of the Dominion of Canada,
A.D. 1889, the sum of
out of my estate, to be paid with all convenient speed after my decease,. without
charge or deduction whatever. And I direct that the receipt of the Treasurer
and Secretary for the time of the Society, shall constitute and be a sufficient
discharge of said legacy.
132 FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
NINETEENTH ANNUAL MEETING.
The A.nnual Meeting of this Society was held in Emmanue 1
Church, Montreal, June 7th, at 2 p.m.
In the absence of the President, Mrs. T. Moodie, Vice-Presi-
dent, occupied the chair.
After devotional exercises, Rev. G. Extence was elected
Minute Secretary.
Rev. E. Munson Hill, Secretary of the Society, read the
report of our mission work at Chisamba. Mr. Hill also read
Mr. Barker's report on the Department of Young People's
Societies.
Rev. W, T. Gunn's Financial Report was then listened to,
and showed a balance on the right side. Mr. Gunu said that
more churches had given than last year, and that far more had
been given this year than last to Foreign Missions ; but greater
expenditure demanded greater income.
Rev. E. E. Braithwaite moved, and Rev. Thomas Hall
seconded the adoption of this report. This was concurred in.
The officers were appointed for 1900-1901, as on j)age 129.
The Rev. W. S. Pritchard, B.A., of Granby, was then listened
to in reference to the notice of motion which he orave last year,
viz. : That Article IV of the By-laws be altered, by the elim-
ination of the clause beginning with the words " and one per
cent." In this the Society concurred.
Mrs. Gunn presented the greetings of the Canada Woman's
Board of Missions.
A report was also listened to from Rev. R. Hopkins, re the
Ecumenical Missionary Conference, in New York city.
Rev. F. W. Macallum, B.A., of Marash, Turkey, gave a very
interesting address on " The Turkish Empire as a Field of Mis-
sionary Work." A hearty vote of thanks was tendered to Mr.
Macallum for this address.
The g- eetings of the Society were sent to the President,
Rev. T. B. Hyde, who was visiting in Ireland.
The meeting adjourned with prayer.
George Extence,
Minute Secretary.
SECRETARY S REPORT.
133
SECRETARY'S REPORT.
^ I ^HE Directors herewith present their Nineteenth
Annual Report to the Society that guides the
Foreign Missionary work of our churches. It
is the best year we have had.
The cause of our growth is in the prayer
that has been so constant and earnest. We
hear everywhere of the volume of prayer
going up for our missionaries, and for the
givers. The Directors make a great deal of
prayer in their meetings, and we have a De-
partment to cultivate it among the churches.
We thank God for hearing our requests, for sending new valu-
able workers, for blessing the two workers in Africa, for sending
more money, and for making the missionaries' work fruitful.
PRAYER UNION DEPARTMENT.
Miss Rawlings has been quietly at work cultivating this
most important branch of our work. She reports she has writ-
ten 30 letters, sent three communications to the Congregation-
alist. Twenty-five new members have joined the Union, prom-
ising regular prayer.
Miss Maggie Melville has often spoken during this trying
year of the unusual blessings she has received, in answer she
believes to the special prayer for her. Mrs. Currie's complete
recovery is another answer. The choice of the new missionaries
is a most manifest answer to prayer. The steadfastness of the
converts in the midst of old superstition is another evidence of
the value of our prayer. Mr. Ourrie continually urges us to be
much in prayer for him ; and his health and patience and wis-
dom are our answer.
And now we are asked to add two definite desires to our
prayers : (1) For better means of transportation, their most
serious problem at present, and (2) for a new single lady mis-
sionary.
The boys often send special appeals for prayer. A young
134 FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
convert named Kamuku is a little lame in one foot so that he
cannot go out evangelizing as others do, but he says he does
not want to be lame in his heart and asks our prayer.
Another subject for prayer is the cradle roll of about 20
babes born in Christian hom'es.
DEPARTMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE'S SOCIETIES.
This is under the superintendency of Mr, H. W. Barker and
has developed finely. We evidently chose the right man. These
societies have adopted Dr. Massey and the medical work. Over
a thousand dollars has come through them, of which about $30(>
was new subscription due to the work of this department. Of
this amount $600 was for the Indian Famine Fund and $400 for
the medical work. But the}'' were united only during a part of
the year. We thank them most heartily, and congratulate them.
The Directors regret it if any annoyance has been felt
because this department has been pressed upon the young people
of the churches directly. There is no desire to step over the
oflBcers of the church. If there be any friction, we feel inclined
to think it arises from the management of the church, rather
than from the society. We hope that the societies will, in every
missionary matter, work in fullest co-operation with the pastor
and officers.
GENERAL SURVEY.
The church in Chisamba is growing. Mr. Currie and Miss
Maggie Melville have borne the strain of extra work and lone-
liness well ; but the recruits reached them last October. Mr.
Currie is the same strong, self-reliant, resourceful manager of
affairs as ever. And Miss Maggie Melville is dearly loved by
the people, especially by the children. She has had a trying
place to fill for a year, of being the only white woman at the
station. But the enfolding arms of the Heavenly Father have
been around her.
The family piety of the church members is beautiful. They
have morning and evening worship, and a blessing is asked at
the table. And now the children born in these homes are being
brought before the church for baptism.
Lumbo, the leading helper, is a noble fellow and growing in
secretary's report. 135
power and character. The .same may also be said of Muene
Kanye, Cipilika, Kumba, an-l Epandenelo and others.
A year ago the goods that had been accumulating at the
coast so long were all carried inland, including; much needed
food, and the stone to mark Minnie Clarke's grave, sent out by
the ladies. The transport problem is growing more and more
serious. It is very hard to get carriers. Very soon we think
there will be a call for a transport waggon. This will have to
be used over a much longer road, and drawn by oxen. The
rinderpest which has cursed that part of the country has disap-
peared, but the tsetze fly now makes it almost as bad for oxen.
Mules have not been tried. The Portuguese have decided to
build a railroad a part of the way, but when it will be done no
one can tell.
Mr. Currie has taken to our station one of a broken -up
colony from the United States. A number of citizens organized
what was called a Phil-African League, for colonizing black
American citizens in Africa. This colony near Chisamba has
gone to pieces, and the members were suffering for the necessi-
ties of life. Our missionaries have taken this one, wlio is a
farmer, in for a year, and will make him useful.
A new out-station seems to be opening. Under date of
Feb. 1, 1900, Mr. Currie writes : " 1 went over to a council with
Katakola, the chief of Chisamba, and his old men. They have
agreed to build a new adobe house next dry season, and we
selected a place for the school house. It is our plan to put
young men from the station to teach there, just as we are doing
at Chiyuka. In the meantime they have agreed to send their
young people here to .school, and a number of them already are
attending."
EVANGELISTIC WORK.
This is the main work of the mission. All the rest are
only handmaids to it. Teachers, doctors and m.echanics join in
it. It consists of preaching, Sunday school teaching, evening
conversations, tours among the surrounding villages, instructing
native preachers and preparing candidates for baptism and the
Lord's Supper by teaching the Catechism.
Mr. Currie has not recently told us the number of members
in the church.
136 ■ FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
The Sunday audiences at Chisamba often number five or
six hundred. Lumbo, Kanye and Cipilika spend the days
between Sundays preaching among the villages. One incident will
show the fruit of this work. After one of Lumbo's talks to the
people in Chiyuka, the chief said that a man came to him the
next day to say that he wanted to chop down a pole that he
had erected for his heathen worship, the words he had heard
made him see that was right. The chief told him that he had
himself long ago come to see the nonsense of these things. Mr.
Currie wishes he had 50 more such fellows as this Lumbo, who
has great power with the people.
The father of Lumbo and Kumba has held out long. But
at last he has come to say he wants to be a follower of Jesus.
He told a younger son, when going to the coast as a carrier, not
to bring back any rum ; he threw away his fetish charms, and
tore down the houses he had built for them.
Sanambelo, father of the first Bihean boy to come to the
missionaries, has done the same. He has put a stop to brewing
beer at his village, and arranged with his people to finish their
week's work on JSaturdaj^ so that they may attend worship on
Sunday.
In all, four old men of influence, besides two chiefs, have
put away all the heathen practices in the villages they control,
though of course this does not mean they are as yet Christians
of spiritual power. It seems to be left for the young men and
women to be the power for spreading the truth.
MEDICAL WORK.
The Hospital has not been built yet, but soon will be, and
you will remember that the Woman's Board has the money on
hand to pay the expense. This is to be a memorial of Ella F.
M. Williams, their former Treasurer. Kanjundu has asked the
privilege of building two huts near the Hospital, to be used by
his people.
Dr. Massey reports that he has treated as many as 60
patients in a day. We do not promise that every patient will
immediately become a Christian, but the relieving touch is a
wonderful avenue for the message of love. As yet we have had
very little as a direct report from the Doctor.
secretary's report. 137
industrial.
Mr. MofFatt has been kept busy at a mechanic's life ever
since he reached Chisamba. He has done a ^reat deal around
our station. He has put doors and window sash into the houses
of a number of the influential natives. When he goes out to do
that work he takes one or two Christian lads to help him, and
the lads talk about Christ and hold worship morning and night
with the people.
The people are drawn to him and we believe that his manly-
vigorous, affectionate heart and fine disposition are going to
make him a great power among them when he speaks their
language.
If the supporters of this work want to see a vision of its
possibilities, let them read the story of the Lovedale Institute
of Dr. Stewart in South Africa.
During the year new buildings have been erected, a car-
penter shop, blacksmith shop, store and medicine room ; and
these have cost the Society nothing.
A few years ago Mr. Currie started a store, where he kept
on sale trinkets and cloth which the natives want. This keeps
the citizens from going to the godless traders where rum is
worked off on the people. This store furnishes a little revenue,
which helps the industrial department.
SCHOOLS.
The day schools were limited during the absence of the
two ladies. But with the arrival of Miss Melville they began
again, and in the two schools for boys and girls at Chisamba
they have over 70 pupils, and a hundred at Chiyuka. The lads
are so faithful in their study that when they go on a journey,
even on a carrying trip to the coast, they take their books ;
and when they return they are not behind those in the schools.
The schools are motley companies. One of the pupils is the
wife of the friendly chief, who comes with twins in her arms
and toils over her spelling book with a child on each knee.
Another day school is taught at Kanjundu's village, called
Chiyuka. The latest report tells of 108 pupils theic.
Another school will soon be opened at the village of the
chief of Chisamba, Katakola. We have not learned where this
is situated.
138 FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
The mission has sent a call for the Woman's Board to send
out another single woman for a teacher. This becomes neces-
sary because of the growth of the school work, at the same
time that Miss Melville is obliged to give so much time to assist
Dr. Massey in the hospital work.
Mrs. Moffatt will be a fine addition to the teaching staff,
for she had not only a partial course in Oberlin College, but
also a special Kindergarten course of nearly two years.
CHIYUKA.
This our first out-station is developing finely. The school
house that Chief Kanjundu has built is proving altogether too
small for the Sunday audiences of two and three hundred people
who regularly assemble. But it accommodates the day school
of over a hundred that is taught by Kumba and Epandenelo.
These young men go up from Chisamba on Monday and return
on Saturday, while two others go up to preach. The area from
which worshippers come is constantly increasing.
Mr. Currie has laid out anew village, at the chief's request,
into squares of 100 feet, with streets around them. One takes
in the school house. On one a new three-room house is built for
the chief; on another they are building a house for the teachers
with money sent by a yonng girl in Milton, N. S.; and then the
growing Christian community will fill in around, so that they
will have a mission village as at Chisamba, with the added
advantage of the chief among them as a member. Already a
class of 15 is studying the Catechism, preparatory to church
membership.
During the year the chief came back from his long trading
journey, when he had boys with him preaching every day. He
is in a social position that hedges him around with great diffi-
culties. His heathen life led him to take several wives, and
each wife has children. What shall the missionary counsel ?
It is one of the problems that every missionary among the
heathen has to meet. The missionary says, " A Christian can
have only one wife." The chief wants to be a follower of " the
words," as the natives call the Bible. He has put away all but
his favorite wife. But in a fit of petulant temper, now and
then, he threatens to call them back again.
secretary's report. 139
recruits.
About the close of last October the missionary party rode
into Chisamba like a triumphal procession. Of course the
welcome from the two white 'vatchers was more than cordial.
But the welcome from the natives stirs our hearts with deepest
gratitude. Boys and girls, big and little, men and women
shouting and singing, joined in the march, led by a bugler. All
day long natives came in to greet the new arrivals, while drums
were beating and guns being fired till evening. Afterward,
many gifts of corn and chickens were brought in by the head
men to show their good will. On the next Sunday a great
crowd came to the church and Sunday school. How wonderful,
when we think of these people as only ten years removed from
darkest heathenism.
It is a pleasure for us at home to learn Mr. Currie's appro-
val of the men sent out. He says, Dr. Massey seemed to be
exactly the man they had been waiting and hoping for ; and
that Mr. Moffatt seemed a rare man, from the first gaining a
warm place in the affections of young men and boys. And now
Mrs. Currie and Miss Moffatt will soon arrive, the latter a new
member of the mission.
ECUMENICAL CONFERENCE.
The greatest council the Christian churches of the world
ever held met last April in the City of New York. Mr. Hyde
was in the old country. Your Secretary was appointed by the
American Board, and Rev, R. Hopkin and Rev, E. D. Silcox
were accredited. It is needless to report the meetings, because
you have read much in your weekly papers. But you may
have the full verbatim reports in two tine volumes for the
small sum of one dollar, through your Secretary.
woman's board.
We are glad again to express our gratitude for the co-oper-
ation of this Society. Their Leaflet is a great educator, and no
one ought to be asked to give money unless he knows what he
is giving to. We sympathize with them in the retirement of
140
FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
Mrs. Sanders, the indefatigable Editor and Treasurer ; and we
tender our sincere sympathy to her in her serious and protracted
illness.
OTHER MISSIONARIES.
We send greetings to the children of our churches who are
doing noble missionary work in other fields. And we are
delighted to have with us to-day, Rev. F. W. Macallum, who
has returned with his family for a year's rest, after ten years
of noble and trying service in Turkey, under the American
Board. Miss Emily Macallum will be back sometime this year
also.
Montreal, June 5th, 1900.
E. MuNSON Hill,
Secretary.
Proposed Ella M. F. William s Hospital Buildings, Chisamba, Africa.
YOUNG people's SOCIETY. 141
DEPARTMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE'S SOCIETIES.
Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society.
Report of Superintendent to May 31, 1900.
T
^HE organization of this department last
June and my appointment as Superintendent
was followed immediately by the long vaca-
tion, and it was not until October that things
were in working order. Some difficulty was
experienced in securing anything like a full list
of the Young People's Societies, and obtaining
the necessary statistics. On Sept. 12th, a circular
letter was addressed to all our churches, setting
forth the objects of the department, and asking
for information regarding the Young People's
Society, and the name of one who would act as missionary
correspondent. Forty-seven replies have been received, but
many of these only after persistent effort. On Nov. 10th, a note
was sent to every pastor from whose church no reply had come.
This resulted in a few additional responses, but there are still
one-third of our churches which have made no reply.
In addition to the Young People's Societies of Christian
Endeavor, a number of Mission Bands, Sunday School classes,
and individuals are interested in the work of the department.
Each organization participating is supplied with a collecting
book and contribution envelopes.
Dr. Massey has written us three times, and his letters have
been mimeographed, and about sixty-five copies sent out.
Financially we have been greatly encouraged. The amount
received from Christian Endeavor Societies, Sunday Schools and
other young people's organizations from the time this paper
was inaugurated to the 31st of May of the present year was
$1,000.34. Of this amount about $600 is specially designated
142 FOREIGN . MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
for India famine fund, support of native teachers, boys, etc.,
etc., the remaining S400 being for the support of Dr. Massey and
other expenses in connection with the medical work. This result
cannot but call forth praise and thanksgiving to our Heavenly
Father for so touching the hearts of our young people as to
cause them to respond thus freely with their gifts. The local
treasurers are urged to remit directly to Mr. Gunn.
In spite of the fact that so mauy of our young people are
already interested in some other definite work at Chisamba (all
of which we have sought to encourage), the contributions for
the support of Dr. Massey have been gratifying. The local
treasurers are asked to remit to Mr. Gunn quarterly.
I have been seeking to obtain some idea of w'hat our young
people are doing in the way of missionarj'' reading and study,
and I find that very few of the societies are even subscribing
for a missionary magazine. I have recommended all to take
The Missionary Herald, and thus be kept posted regarding the
work of our denomination. A number of individuals are read-
ing missionary books, and seeking to interest others in them ;
but there is no systematic study of missions in any of our
societies, so far as I can ascertain. Should we not do more to
arouse interest and to encourage the formation of missionary
libraries, mission study classes, the holding of missionary meet-
ings, etc. ? It appears that scarcel}' more than a dozen of our
societies hold missionary meetings regularly, while the majority
report holding none. It is for the committee to determine
whethei' it would be wise to supply the societies with literature,
such, for example, as Dr. Dowkontt's " Murdered Millions "
(paper fourteen cents, mailed), which deals with medical mis-
sions, and which Dr. Massey says put him " on the missionary
track," or L. D. Wishard's " Students' Challenge to the Churches,"
which costs a few cents more. If we can encourage the socie-
ties to buy books for themselves, so much the better ; but this,
I fear, would be a difficult or impossible task, unless we first of
all seek to impart a relish for such reading. If we supplied
them with the first mentioned book (at a total cost of, say, eight
or nine dollars), I think we can depend upon its being read with
profit, and it w^ll probably encourage them to obtain other
books for themselves.
If the committee approves of the plan, I shall endeavor to
YOUNG people's SOCIETY. 143
draw up a programme on " Medical Missions," to be published
in The Congregationalist, together with some facts bearing upon
the same, which will be helpful in carrying out the programme.
If this is found to work well, other programmes may be given
from time to time.
I propose urging upon the societies the wisdom and help-
fulness of forming missionary libraries. As to mission .study
classes, I would advise first of all that our young people become
familiar with our own field of operations in West Central
Africa. To this end, the very best thing for them is Mr. Hill's
pamphlet, " Light in Darkest Africa," which, I understand, will
soon be enlarged so as to bring the history of the Mission up to
the present time. After this is studied, other books on Africa,
or the history of our own Board, might be read. Perhaps it
would be well to hold examinations, as our Baptist friends do.
In this connection, The Congregationalist might be made use of
for articles bearing on the subject being studied.
The Methodist young people (from whom, by the way, 1
have received great help, Dr. Stephenson, the leader of the
Forward Movement, having given valuable assistance in arrang-
ing the details of this department) have a fixed programme for
the year, taking up some separate study each month, the Home,
Foreign, Church, Student, and Young People's work all coming
in for .special study.
Excellent courses are given by The Inter-Collegian, a
monthly paper published at 50 cents a year by the Students'
Volunteer Movement, at 3 West 29th St., New York.
Respectfully submitted,
H. W. Barker,
Superintendent.
Toronto, May 31st, 1900.
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FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
THE TREASURER'S REPORT.
The Treasurer has great pleasure in
presenting the Annual Financial State-
ment and Report, for we have never
had before anything like such a year
as 1899-1900. There are many glad
things to be told, and some that demand
serious consideration.
First, the happy things, that the
others being presented last may abide
in the memory. The amount received
during the year, $6,683.85, is more than
double the best previous year. That
we have disbursed $6,900.00, and yet
increased our balance on hand would, a year or so ago, have
been deemed impossible. The balance on hand, $1,690.15
(including Mill and Power Fund, $332.69;, is very satisfactory.
The number of entries on the receipt side, over three hundred,
more than double any previous year, shows steady interest in
many hearts. Disbursements, too, in number and amount are
more than double our best year hitherto. That $20.00 was for
East African Famine Fund, and over $1,144 00 sent under the
care of Congregational missionaries for relief of the famine-
stricken of India is also gladdening.
The receipt of $2,503.25, part of the legacy from the estate
of the late Peter Campbell, of Listowel, with the prospect of
$1,000.00 still to come from the same source, and the second
remittance, $33.33, from the estate of the late Miss Annie
McKillican, of Vankleek Hill, show the increasing hold of our
mission upon the hearts of our people.
A source of pleasure, too, has been the unusual number of
anonymous donors, whose remittances, unlike other anonymous
letters, have no sting, but bring joy and a sense of an unseen
company of loyal friends. From some of the churches, as many
as ten or eleven different remittances from different departments
show widespread and steady interest.
treasurer's report, 145
.Emmanuel, Montreal, with its collection of $200.00 while
pastorless, Granby's jump up to nearly the same figure, and the
first appearonce of Wetaskiwin are among many bright spots.
The Forward Movement among the young people brings into
line several churches hitherto outside, and in its first half year
of work has raised $200.00 or two-thirds of the amount required
for Dr. Massey's salary during that time, a very good beginning
indeed. Eighty-one churches have contributed as against sixty-
two last year.
The printing bill is unusually heavy this year, but includes
some permanent equipment for the Young People's Department.
Apart from printing, the cost of administering the funds
has been only $28.84, the actual amount paid out for postage
and banking expenses. In order to remove misunderstandings
that I have heard in conversation, let me repeat that since the
organization of the Foreign Missionary Society, not one cent of
salary in any shape has been paid to any of its officers. Neither
President, Secretary or Treasurer receive or have ever received
anything but the privilege of doing the work, and often of pro-
viding their own stationary.
Now for the serious side. The regular gifts available for
salaries and expenses of the station at Chisamba were only ,
$1,686.00, and this includes the Young People's Movement
$200.00 for Dr. Massey's salary, the expenses for next year will
be very heavy. There will be salary, Mr. and Mrs. Currie,
$950.00 ; Mr. and Mrs. Mofiatt, $950.00 ; Dr. Massey, $600.00 ;
mission expenses, $100.00 ; cost of printing, etc., $200.00, and
travelling expenses of Mrs. Currie and Mrs. Mofiatt, $750.00, and
duty, freight, etc., upon the outfits of the five missionaries sent
out" this year, $500.00, or a total of over $4,000.00. To meet
this there will be $1,400 00 on hand, $600.00 guaranteed by the
station towards Mr. Moffatt's expenses, and say $17-1800.00
available during the year, which will leave us some $500.00
behind, unless the churches increase their giving. Regularly
after this the salary list alone will be some $2,500.00, so that
■something must be done, as our present gifts, leaving all extras
for travelling and furloughs, falls short of this by $7-800.00.
Measured by what we have done before, this has been a
good year ; measured by what there is to do, we have only
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146 FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
begun. Our gifts measured by what we have given before are
good, but measures as God measures by what we have left .
There is much still to do at home, many in our churches
who seem utterly indifferent to the Master's last great command
— and abroad our woi'k but begins to open up before us. What
we have done is as nothing to what needs to be done, and to
what we, by the grace of God, can do.
William T. Gunn,
Embro, Ont. Treas. G. C. F. M. S.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
For the Year Ending June 1st, 1900.
Balance brought forward (Special funds, $309 75) $1510 98
Contributions by Provinces : —
1898-1899 1899-1900
Ontario. $1387 11 $1926 62
Quebec 916 50 1409 99
Maritime Provinces 207 68 416 33
North-West and British Columbia 8 80 42 50
Miscellaneous and Personal . 326 48 *2888 41
$2846 57 $6683 85
6683 85
*This includes Legacies, $2536.58; and repayment by C.C.W.B.M.
of Miss Melville's Travelling Expenses, $60.50.
Total $8194 83
DISBURSEMENTS.
For Salary, Rev, W. T. Currie. Jan. 1-Dec. 31, '99 $650 00
" " Dr. Massey, Dec. 31, '99 90 73
Share of Agent's Exp. at Coast 30 95
" " Mr. Moflfatt 100 00
" " Mrs. Currie's Allowance, 10 months . . 250 00
$1629 80
treasurer's report. 147
For Outfit, Dr. Massey, Personal $300 00
Exp. in Toronto 17 46
For Outfit, Mr. Mofifatt, Personal $300 00
Freight 23 28
For Outfit, Mrs. Moffatt, Personal $250 00
Kindergarten Supplies. . . 10 00
Freight on Goods 8 40
1317 46
323 28
268 40
For Outfit, Mrs. W. T. Currie, Refit 125 00
For Travelling : —
Missionaries to the Union, 1899 $28 54
Dr. Massey to Montreal 10 00
Dr. Massey, Mr. Mofifatt and Miss Melville to Montreal. . . 43 85
Three Passages to Liverpool 135 00
Dr. Massey, Liverpool to Cisamba 436 87
Mr. Mofifatt, " " " ~^-.^
Passport ,
Rev. E. M. Hill to Ottawa W.B.M
Refund to C.C. W.B.M. Miss Melville's Exp. from Cisamba
Mrs. Currie's Expenses to Kincardine
" i " " N.S. and N.B. Union
" " to New York
" " Passport
Mrs. Mofifatt, Orange, Ohio, to Montreal
" " ^ Exp. Montreal to New York
For Hospital Account, Medical Supplies .
Freight on Iron Beds
Surgical and Medical Outfit for Dr.
Massey 150 00
For Industrial Department, Freight on Wheels
Outfit Tools for Mr, Mofifatt .
362 10
4 00
5 85
362 62
7 40
10 00
11 85
4 00
15 90
5 00
35 74
6 95
150 00
3 25
67 33
1034 14
1442 98
192 69
70 58
For Printing Account : —
Stationery $13 43
Congregational Publishing Co.— For space 1899, $20 ; 1900,
$100 ; Year Book Printing, $36 ; F.M.S. No., $43.99 199 99
Y^oung People's Department (including purchase of Mineo-
graph 61 39
^ ^ 274 SI
For Bank Charges and Postage 28 84
For Golden Rule Life Insurance for Mr. Currie 46 36
148 FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
For specially designated amounts as follows : —
Rev. W. T. Currie :—
For Support of Boys $324 02
" " the Hospital
" " " the School
" Purchase of Umbundu Primers
" Use at the Station
" Purchase of Cornet
" Mrs. Currie's W ork
" Mr. Currie personally
9 00
15 55
3 12
10 00
10 80
5 40
49 00
426 89
7 00
5 00
5 00
46 00
20 00
40 00
eo 00
8 55
1 70
Rev. F. W. Read, for Freight . .
Dr. Massey, Personal
Mr. Moffatt, "
Rev. Mr. Fairbanks, Ahmednagar, India
Rev. Mr. McNaughton, Smyrna, Turkey
Native Teacher in Madura Mission, India
" " " Travancore " "
C.C. W.B. M. , for Miss Melville's Work .....'.'.".'. . . . . .
Canadian Alcove Fund, paid Rev. F. W. Macallum
Famine Fund ; —
East African Famine Fund 20 00
India Famine Fund. , 1144 34
1164 34
Balance Cash on hand ; —
Waggon Fund 3 00
Grist Mill and Power 332 69
Unappropriated Legacies 1354 46
1690 15
Total $8194 83
Audited and found correct,
Tho^s!" h'eron, }^«^»'«o^«-
William T. Gunn,
Treasurer.
Embro, Ont.
CONTRIBUTIONS.
149
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL FOREIGN MISSIONARY
SOCIETY.
SUMMARY OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED JUNE ist,
1899 — JUNE 1ST, 1900.
ONTARIO.
BARRIE.
S.... I 8 88
F., Mr. & Mrs. R. A. Thomas 5 00
Total $ 8 88
BEL WOOD.
Church $ 3 00
Rev. C E. Bolton 2 00
R. Y. Blyth 2 00
S. S 5 00
Total $12 00
BOWMANVILLE.
S. S , for boy $ 7 00
Mrs. Freeland, I. T^ 1 00
Total $ 8 00
BRANT FORD.
C. E., for boy $10 00
Refund MofiFat's Board 4 00
Church, I. F 100 00
Y. W. C. A. Service 10 00
Church Collection :
Mrs. Brophey 1 00
E. L. Goold 3 00
Mrs. Hartman 1 00
Mrs. J. Ott 5 00
Mrs. J. H. Oldham 2 00
W. H. Shapley 2 00
Mrs. Jas. Thompson 4 00
Mrs. F. Wisner 4 00
Mrs. W. S. Wisner 2 00
James Wilkes $5 00
Miss A. Wilkes 2 00
W. Wickens 5 00
Mrs. Wickens 1 55
Miss Wickens 1 17
Henry Yeigh 7 00
Small sums 75
S. S. classes 20 00
Total $190 47
BURFORD.
C. E., for boy $15 00
COBOURG.
S. S , I. F $11 00
COLDSPRINGS.
F. M. S $20 00
DALSTON.
Church $ 2 00
EDGAR.
Church $ 8 85
S. S 5 00
Church, I. F 11 62
Total
47
EMBRO.
W. M. Aux $40 00
Anon 3 00
150
FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
Church, I. F 24 95
Jr. C. E., " Kindergarten " 2 15
Total $70 10
FOREST CENTRAL.
Junior C. E., F. M.
Junior C. E., T. F..
.$ 1 00
50
Total $ 1 50
FROME.
C. E $ 5 00
C. E., I. F 31 00
Total $36 00
GARAFRAXA.
Church
. . $ 1 50
G. Stewart,
C. E., I. F .
" Mr. Currie. .
50
. . . 3 20
Total $ 5 20
GEORGETOWN.
Church $15 00
Church, I. F 23 02
" Gleaners," "Power " 24 64
Total $62 66
GUELPH.
Y. P. M., Bd. for Currie $ 5 00
" Massey 5 00
Moffatt 5 00
" I. F 4 00
F. M 9 00
" Lumbo " 15 00
Church 16 14
Dr. Hindley, I. F 1 00
Miss Turnbull's Class, I. F 1 25
C. E
C. E
Total $61 39
HAMILTON.
First.
S. S $ 5 00
Church 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. W. Bale, 1. f . . . $5 00
Thos. Bale, L F 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. C. Duff 5 00
Total .
821 00
Immanuel.
S. S $ 8 12
C. E., F. M 2 70
Church 6 70
Prayer meetings 6 00
Total $23 52
HOWICK.
Collection, Mrs. Currie's visit. $ S 05
Church, I. F 4 50
Total $12 55
HUMBER SUMMIT.
Girls' Class $ 2 75
Church 1 75
Total $ 4 50
KINCARDINE.
Collection, Mrs. Currie's visit.. $ 7 3&
Aux., Mrs. Currie's School 6 40
Church, I F 11 04
Union C. E., L F 2 80
Unions. S., I. F 1 16
Total $28 75
KINGSTON.
Bethel.
Jr. C. E. , for boy $ 5 00
Calvary.
B. W. Robertson $50 OO
Ch., incl. Rev. T. Leggette.
$5.00; R. Davis, $1.25; J.
Davis, $1.00 19 00
Total $69 00
CONTRIBUTIONS.
151
LANARK.
ZiON.
S. S $5 00
C. E, F. M 2 00
Church 9 18
Total 116 18
LISTOWEL.
Y. P. F. M. S., F. M $ 1 25
C. E, F. M 2 75
L. M. S., Collection 2 00
Friend, I. F 2 00
Total I 8 00
LONDON.
First.
C. E., L F ..$16 60
Southern.
H. Allen, L F $10 00
B. Cordingly, I. F 1 00
Miss E. Down, I. F . 100
Mrs. McGinnis, L F 1 00
Miss Dwert, L F 1 00
Mrs. Susie Down, I. F 1 00
Mrs. Jas. Cook, L F 100
Miss N. Wilson, L F 50
Rev. Mr. Claris, I. F 5 00
C. E, F. M 3 75
Jr. C E., F. M 1 00
Total $26 25
MARTINTOWN.
Aux., for Waggon Fund $ 3 00
MIDDLEVILLE, HOPETOWN AND
ROSETTA.
1898-9 Collection $46 50
India Famine Fund.
Middleville.
R. R. Aftleck $10 00
W. R. Miller 4 00
W. Croft, Sr $2 00
Dr. Mather 2 00
Miss J. McKenzie 2 00
Miss Mary Angus 2 00
Mrs. M. Affleck 1 00
Wni. B. Affleck 1 00
Rev. J. L. Alexander 1 00
David Blackburn 1 00
Mrs. Miller 1 00
Arch. Rankin 1 00
Mrs. Jas. Rankin 1 00
Jas. Watt 1 00
Michael Readey 25
Total $30 25
Hopetown.
©eo. Stead $ 2 00
Henry Bulloch 1 00
Jas. Mcllraith 1 00
John Mcllraith 1 00
Total $ 5 00
Rosetta.
Adam Craig $ 1 00
Collection, '99-1900.
Middleville.
VVm. Croft $ 2 00
R. R. Attleck 5 00
Rev. J. L. Alexander 2 00
Henry Mather 1 00
A. R. Mclntyre 1 00
Misses Angus 1 00
Wm. R. Miller 1 00
Arch. Rankin 1 00
Jas. Somerville 50
Maggie Moffatt 50
Wm. Somerville 50
Mrs. Jane Rankin . . 50
Jas. Watt 50
Wm. Langstaff 25
Jno. Mather 25
Michael Readey 25
Total $17 25
RoHetta.
Wm. Aitken $ 1 00
152
FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
Adam Craig I 00
David Rodger 1 00
Wm. Readey 1 00
Jno. McFarlane 50
Robert S. Rodger 50
John Thompson 50
Alex. Erskine .S5
Thomas Young 25
James Paul 25
Total $ 6 85
Hopetown.
Total $10 05
I. F 1 00
Total $11 05
India Famine.
Maxville.
Rev. and Mrs. Daley $ 5 00
Myrtle McDougall ... 5
D. C. McDougall 50
F. D. Sinclair and family .... 1 40
John Sinclair 1 00
Peter Muuroe 1 00
Thomas Munroe 1 00
John J. Robertson 1 00
J. F. McEwen 1 00
A. A. McEwen 100
Thos. McEwen 1 05
Aux., I. F 2 00
C. E., F. M. 2 50
Roxboro C. E., for Rev. J. P.
McNaughton 20 00
Total $38 50
OTTAWA.
First Church.
H. E. Hume $30 00
C. E., for boy 15 00
C. E., F. M 2 50
S. S., I F 3 75
E, R. Lamb, I. F 1 00
Total 152 25
Welcome Zion.
Jr. C. E., for Miss Melville's
work $ 8 55
PINE GROVE.
Church $10 00
S. S., I. F 2 00
Total $12 00
PARIS.
S. S., '99, for boy $12 00
S. S., 1900, for boy 12 00
Church 28 90
Miss S. Roberts, I. F 1 00
Total $53 90
RUGBY.
I. F $39 25
SCOTLAND.
W. M. S., surgical outfit $10 00
C. E., for boy 15 00
Church, I. F 39 09
Collection LS 37
King's Cup Bearer . I 00
Mrs. H. W. Foster 5 00
Friend 1 00
Mrs. D. W. Malcolm ('99) 1 00
Sunday School 1 53
Rev. J. K. Unsworth 5 20
Wm Foster 1 30
Mr. Smith 1 30
Total $94 79
SPEEDSIDE.
Children, F. M $12 40
Jr. C. E., F. M 1 10
C. E., F. M 7 75
L. & H. Carter, F. M . 1 00
Church 7 00
Church, 1. F 11 25
Total $40 50
CONTRIBUTIONS.
153
STOUFFVILLE.
Mrs. C. Bentley, I. F $ 1 00
Miss L Bentley, I. F 1 00
Church, I. F 12 00
Jno. Dike 1 00
Aux., forboy 8 00
Total 123 00
ST. CATHARINES.
S. S 110 00
Friend 10 00
C. E., F, M 3 00
C. E., I. F 2 00
Church, I. F 8 00
Total 133 00
STRATFORD.
, I. F $ 1 00
TILBURY EAST.
Church, I. F . ,| 7 00
C. E 6 50
C. E., F. M 2 50
Church 10 75
Total $26 75
TORONTO.
ZiON.
Jr. C. E., Chisamba School. . . $ 5 00
C. E., F. M 17 00
Church 17 35
C. E., I. F 5 00
Church, I. F 11 25
Total 155 60
Bond Street.
C. McD. Hay, " Wanga "... $20 00
I. F 15 00
Christian Culture Club, I. F. . . 5 00
Miss Cole's class, I. F 75
Mr. Taylor's class, I. F.. . • ... 20 00
Aux., for Mr. Currie 25 00
Miss Currie's class, for Mr.
Currie 6 00
Total - $91 75
Northern Church.
C. E., F. M $19 27
Jr. C. E, F. M 6 50
Church, I. F 73 74
Aux., I. F 10 00
Primary, Mr. Currie's work ... 5 40
Collection 101 30
Total $216 21
Olivet.
Church $12 50
Church, I. F 10 00
C. E., F. M 3 00
Total $25 50
Centre Ave. Mission.
Total $10 00
Parkdale.
Church, I. F $54 20
Broadview Ave.
C. E., Medical Outfit $10 00
C. E., F. M 8 00
Miss H. L. Barker, I. F ..... . 5 00
S. S., for boy 12 52
S. S., for Rev. J. Smith, India. 14 00
C. E ... 18 00
Miss Barker and friends ) 4 00
Total $81 52
WATFORD.
C. E., F. M $ 6 68
WINGHAM.
Collection, Mrs. Currie's visit. $ 6 75
C. E., F. M 7 00
Total ... . $13 75
WOODSTOCK.
S. S., I. F $16 50
W. M. S 20 00
C. E., forboy 15 00
S. S 5 00
Total $56 50
Total for Ontario $1926 62
154
FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
ayp:rs flat.
Church, I. F $1100
Boynton, I. F 7 50
Jr. C. E., F. M :i 00
Total .$21 50
COWANSVILLE.
C. E., F. M $ 5 75
C. E 5 00
Church Collection :
Mrs. Watson 1 00
Mrs. McKay 100
Mrs. J. J. Ruiter . 1 00
F. E. Draper . 1 00
Friend 1 00
Friend 1 00
W. F. Vilas 1 00
J. L. Leach 1 00
H. A. McElroy 1 00
Janet Watson 50
Willie Watson 50
Thompson and Ina Watson ... 10
C. 0. Robb 50
M. Bates 50
W. F. Shufelt 50
Friend 50
T. Sloggett 25
Small sums 1 35
Total $24 45
DANVILLE.
C. E., for boy $ 2 00
C. E. , Hospital . . . 4 00
Principal Ford, for boy 10 00
Church 30 92
Total
.$46 92
EATON.
Church
.$ 7 00
FITCH BAY.
"R. M. B.,"I. F $ 1 00
Church, I. F 13 50
FRANKLIN CENTRE.
C. E., F. M $ 8 00
Church 12 00
Total $20 00
GRANBY.
Church $191 20
MELBOURNE.
.$14 34
Church
ULVERTON. $4 60
India Famine.
Alex, McDonald $ 5 00
Rev. D. D. Hanibly 2 00
Mrs. R. H. Cross 5 00
Mrs. L. Thomas 5 00
Misses Lewis . . . 1 00
Mrs. A. McLeay 3 00
Mrs. McKinnon 1 00
Jno Alexander 1 00
Mrs. Hamilton 1 00
Misses Verril 1 00
W. (;. Cross 1 00
Miss Ruby Cross 1 00
Mrs. W. Kelly 1 00
Miss Lucinda Read 50
E. C. Atkinson. 50
Jas. Pilgrim 1 00
H A. Jones 1 00
Miss Bessie Jones 25
Miss Elenine Jones 25
Mrs. J. Gold 1 00
R. Allan 1 00
E. J . Jameson 50
J. W. Bartlett 50
Nelson Smillie 2 00
Royal Stinson 50
L. J. Stinson 50
Mrs. F. Scott 25
Mrs. Chas. Scott 25
G. J. Alexander 1 00
Mrs Geo. Hamill 25
Mrs. Wm. Skinner 1 00
Winifred Cross 10
Total
Less remitting.
...$59 29
19
Total.... $14 50
$59 10
CONTRIBUTIONS.
155
MONTREAL.
ZioN Church.
Sunday School |1 1 25
F. M., Prayer Meetings 31 43
Sunday School 11 52
India Famine.
Auxiliary $12 00
Sunday School 30 21
Primary S. S 11 15
C. E 2 00
Collection :
Thos. Moodie. 20 00
Mr. and Mrs.' S. P. Leet 10 00
John Leslie 5 00
Rev. A. Murrman 5 00
5 00
T. Costen 3 GO
Miss James 3 00
Rev. W. H. Warriner 3 00
Mrs. Moodie 2 00
G. S. Wilson 2 00
Anonymous 2 00
2 00
Mrs. Date 1 25
J. E. Cribb 1 00
W. Elliot 1 00
Miss James 1 00
J. Kennedy 1 00
W. Layers, jr 1 00
Anonymous 1 00
Small sums 4 23
Total ,
. .$183 04
Emmanuel.
Mrs. F. Scholes $10 00
Mr. Chas. Alexander 5 00
" Wm. M. Reid 5 00
" Geo. Lyman 5 00
" Theodore Lyman 5 00
" Chas. R. Black 5 00
Mrs, McLachlan and family 5 00
Mr. W. G. Owens 5 00
Student 5 00
Dr. F. A. Stevenson 5 00
Mr. C. T. Williams 5 00
" and Mrs. G. R. Kearley . . 5 00
" R. C. Jamieson 5 00
" Wm. Reid 5 00
Rev. and Mrs. J. H. George . 5 00
Mrs. J. Savage 4 00
Mrs. and Miss Moss 3 00
Mrs. H. Sanders 2 00
Misses Blackader 2 00
Mr. Gus, Harries 2 00
Mrs. G. W. Morrison 2 00
Mr. A. Birks 2 00
Dr. J. B. Harrington 2 00
W. B. Blackader 2 00
J. Burt Sutherland 2 00
Mr. E. Alexander 1 00
Miss M. Baker 1 00
Mrs. L. Gushing 1 00
Miss Lighthall 1 00
Miss A. Walker 1 00
No Name 3 00
Mrs. Alex. Douglas 1 00
1 00
J. M. Williams 25
Anonymous 1 25
Total $275 25
Calvary.
Wm. Reid, for tools $25 00
Class K., Hospital 5 00
Mrs. Madley's Class for School . 2 00
C. E., F. M 8 25
M. C. Lyman, I. F 20 00
Aux., I. F 1 00
S. S., L F 15 00
Collection :
Mrfe. A. Fisher 25 00
Mrs. Henry Lyman 20 00
Mr. H. H. Lyman 10 00
Mr. John Macintosh 10 00
Dr. D. L. Gurd 10 00
P. E and H. A. Layton 10 00
Miss Munroe, Surgical Outfit . . $ 2 00
Mrs. Powter's Class 3 00
S. S., Teacher in India 60 00
Woman's Aux., I F 15 50
Rev. and Mrs. Hill, I. F 5 00
Collection :
Friend 5 00
Miss S. Dougall 5 00
" Munroe 2 00
" Dougall 5 00
" Greene 2 00
Mrs. Powter 76
Mrs. McLachlan 100
Miss J. Smith 3 00
156
FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
Mrs. McKillican . . $3 00
Miss Annie McKillican 2 00
Miss C. Richardson 2 00
Mrs. Hill 10 00
" Toller 1 00
" Jones 1 00
•' Moeser 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. Kerr 2 00
Friend 2 00
Mr. Rowell 50
Mr. J. R. Dougall 25 00
" G. W. Jones 1 00
" J. D. Eraser 1 00
" W. Froome 10
" T. B. MacAulay 10 00
Rev. E. M. Hill 12 00
Mr. John Campbell 1 50
" McLachlan 1 00
" F. E. Dougall 15 00
" Gladstone 1 00
" Morrow 25
" Nixon 1 00
" McGarry 1 00
" Cushing 4 00
" G. Bale.. 5 00
Anonymous 2 95
Missionary Collections 11 33
Interest 28
Total $227 16
Point St. Charles.
Jr. C. E., F. M I 2 00
C. E., F. M 5 30
Church 12 50
Sunday School 10 00
Total $29 80
Westmocnt.
W. M. Aux., I. F $ 5 00
Mission Band, I. F 2 75
F. M 8 25
W. Dougall's class, for boy 15 00
Total $31 00
SHERBROOKE.
Miss Watt, Surgical Outfit $ 2 50
Miss Moulton's class, Sur. Out. 3 00
Mrs. H. J. Morey, I. F 5 00
C. E., for boy $15 00
Miss Mitchell's class, for boy. . 15 00
Collection :
Mr. A. S. Hurd 10 00
Mrs. L Farwell 1 00
Miss Dickinson ... 1 00
Mr. E. VV. Abbott 1 00
" A. E. Skinner 1 00
Mrs. M. McKechine 2 00
Mr. J. S. Mitchell 5 00
iVTiss E. Steere 2 00
Mr. M. Read 1 00
Mrs. Wocd 1 00
Mr J. Kessler 1 00
" N. Dinning 2 00
Mrs. A. T. Nourse 5 00
" H. J. Morey .. 10 00
Mr. G. A. LeBaron 5 00
Mrs. Powers 1 00
Miss Sutton I 00
Mr. Rausahousen 1 00
Mr. James Sangster 1 00
Miss M. J. Mitchell . 5 00
Mr. C. H. Foss 1 00
" W. H. J. McKindsey 1 00
" L S. Channell 5 00
" W. H. Abbott 3 00
" C. H. Clarke 1 00
Rev. and Mrs Day 10 00
Mr. W. C. Gage 1 00
" T. M. Craig 1 00
" H. S Hubbard 25
" A. M. Sangster 50
" L. D. Abbott 50
" J. H. Partington 50
Miss Moulton 50
Mr. T. S. Cockroft 25
" W. R. Webster 1 00
Misses Barlow 50
Mr. Wm. Barlow 50
Mrs. H. Wilson 25
" F. Hovey 20
Mr W. B. Neil 50
Mrs. Evans 25
Miss McCormick 50
Mrs. J. 0. S. Foss 65
" R. Mitchell 2 00
" McCormick 50
Miss Helen Hunt 25
Mr H. V. Haight 1 00
" J. M. Nicol 1 00
Miss McLellan 50
Mrs. Hawse 1 00
Mr. T. M. Cowan 1 00
CONTRIBUTIONS.
157
" S. F. Morey $10 00 Church $52 70
Bible Class 100 Church, I. F 3 00
S. S. Kindergarten Class 1 47
Total $70470
WATER VILLE.
Total $148 07
STANSTEAD.
Church $17 00
ST. ANDREWS.
S. S., for boy $15 00
Mite boxes $15 00
Church 20 30
Total $35 30
Total for Quebec $1409 99
WINNIPEG.
First.
Church, I. F $15 00
VICTORIA.
E. S. Field, I. F $ 5 00
" African F 5 00
WESTERN PROVINCES.
C. E., F. M 2 50
Total $12 50
WETASKIWIN.
Church, for E. African Famine . $15 00
Total for Western Provinces . $42 50
MARITIME PROVINCES.
BROOKLYN.
Mrs. Godfrey's Bd., Primers. . .$ 3 12
for boy 10 00
I. F 12 00
W. M. Godfrey, I. F 1 00
" for cornet .... 5 00
Total $31 12
CHEBOGUE.
Busy Bees $ 6 27
Collection 3 73
KESWICK RIDGE.
C. E., F. M $ 5 00
J. W. Jewett 1 00
Mrs. W. Coburn 1 00
J. W. Clark 1 00
50
50
50
50
35
25
25
1 30
G. Hagerman
Miss M. Colter ....
T. McKeen
Miss L. Estey
Miss Mary Mitchell.
J. N. Burtt
A. Mitchell
Scotch Lake
Total $10 00
Rev. and Mrs. A. B. Ross 2 50
Total $14 65
158 FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY,
KINGSPORT. SELMAH.
Sunday School. $ 2 50 S. S., for Cornet $400
C. E., F. M 2 50 Jr. C. E 150
C. E., F. M 8 55
Total $5 00 Church, I. F 7 80
C. E., I. F 1 00
LIVERPOOL. VV. M. Auxiliary 4 00
Thank-Oflfering 2 50
C. E., F. M I 5 00 Miss Josie Cox 50
Church, L F 7 55
Total 129 85
Total $12 55
ST. JOHN.
SOUTH MAITLAND.
Primary Class, for boy $10 00
Church $ 3 00 Buds of Promise 15 00
Rev. J. W. Cox 1 00 W. M. Auxiliary 24 03
Church 16 75
India Famine.
Total $65 78
Geo. Cameron and family $ 2 50
Wm. Rose 1 00 SHEFFIELD.
1 20
James Rose 75 W. M. Auxiliary $ 4 45
Mrs. Cyrus Fisher 50 Church 26 83
C. J. White 50
Geo. Dimock 30 Total $3128
Other sums 1 93
TRURO.
Total $12 68
Church, I. F $10 45
MILTON. Jr C. E., for boy 10 50
Church $ 9 00 Total $20 95
Church, L F 12 00
W. M. S., for Mr. Currie 12 50 YARMOUTH.
Total $33 50 J. D. D. , for boy $25 00
VV. M. S. , Teacher in India 40 00
NOEL. C. E., F. M 11 00
Church, I. F $ 5 00 -^"^^a Famine.
O'Brien Children, for Cornet... 30 C. E $10 00
Church 49 17
Total $5 30 W. T. S 5 00
PLEASANT RIVER. Total $140 17
VV. M. Auxiliary ...$4 50 Total for Maritime Prov-
inces $416 33
CONTRIBUTIONS. 159
MISCELLANEOUS AND PERSONAL LEGACIES.
Peter Campbell's Estate 12503 25
Miss A. McKillioan's Estate 33 33
Friend, per Rev. Mr. Hill , 100 00
Friend, Toronto 15 00
Union N. S. and N. B 10 54
Union Ontario and Quebec 25 04
Interest 17 55
Miss Graham, Surgical Outfit 1 00
C. C. W. B. M., refund of Mrs. M.'s travelling expenses 60 50
Instruments sold, per Rev. T. B. Hyde. . 3 00
Prayer Union 45
Finlay McKillican, Vankleek Hill 5 00
American Presbyterian Chapel, for use at Chisamba 10 00
H. Langlois, for boy 25 00
FOR INDIA FAMINE FUND
Miss R. Horton, Port Perry $ 2 00
Miss L. Da ville, Hamilton 2 00
Melbourne 2 1 00
Misses G. and M. Lewis . 20
M. E. Harris, Owen Sound 1 00
Friend, Quebec 5 00
M. R. Godard, Hamilton 75
M. M . West, Toronto 1 00
Kingston Times, per Rev. J. R. Black 25 00
Mrs. Jas. Campbell, Sr., Wood Bay 5 00
Mrs. R. Mayhew, Renforth 5 00
C. A. Orsborn, Toronto 1 00
S. M. , Toronto 2 00
Embro School, Miss Skelton 2 80
Henry 2 00
H. Langlois 5 00
Miss Nettie Campbell 2 00
Toronto 15 00
Stratford 1 00
Total Miscellaneous and Personal $2888 41
Note. — I. F. stands for India Famine Fund. F. M. for the Young People's
Forward Movement, Dr. Massey's salary. $192.40 of above amounts were
received through the C. C. W. B M.
Congregational College of Canada.
1. BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Cbafriuan
J. REDPATH DOUGALL, M.A.
Secretary
REV. E. MLTNSON HILL, M.A., D.D., 25 Crescent St., Montreal.
Treasiiri^r
THOMAS MOODIE, 30 St. John St., Montreal.
Directors
Term expires in 1901.
Mr. J. REDPATH DOUGALL Montreal.
Mr. S. H. C. miner, Granby,
Rev. WM. McINTOSH Ottawa.
Term expires in 1902.
Rev. E. MUNSON HILL, Montreal.
Mr. CHARLES R. BLACK, Montreal.
Mr. CHARLES CUSHING Montreal.
Term expires in 1903.
Mr. J. C. COPP Toronto.
Rev. J. T. DALEY, Maxville,
Mr. T. B. MACAULAY, Montreal.
Term expires in 1904-
Mayor W. D. LIGHTHALL Westmount,
Mr. THOMAS MOODIE Montreal.
Mr. B. W. ROBERTSON, Kingston.
Term expires in 1905,
Mr. CHARLES GURD Montreal.
Mr. GEORGE R. COPPING Toronto.
Col. J. H. BURL AND, Montreal.
Auditors
Mr. G. S. WILSON, Mr. LEO. T. LEET.
La«lies' Auxiliary
Mrs. J. H. George, Mrs. S. H. C. Miner, Mrs. Chas. Gurd,
Mr.s. C. R. Black, Mrs. W. D. Lighthall, Mrs. Henry Birks,
Mrs. R. W. McLachlan, Mrs. T. Lyman, . Mrs. J. H. Borland,
Mrs. Boyd, Mrs. R. S. Weir, Mrs. VVarriner.
2. SENATE
Rev. J. HENRY GEORGE, D.D., President.
Rev. W. H. WARRINER, D.D., Secretary.
BOARD OP GOVERNORS. 161
THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS.
THE FACULTY.
Representatives of the Alumni,
Rev. J. W. PEDLEY, B.A.
Rev. a. W. RICHARDSON, B.A., M.D.
Rev. W. S. PRITCHARD, B.A.
Rev. F. J. DAY, B.A., B.D.
Representatives of the Union of Ontario and Quebec,
Rev. JOHN MORTON,
Rev. W. H. WATSON,
Rev. J. K. UNS WORTH, B.A.
Dr. F. a. STE\^ENS0N.
3. OFFICERS OF INSTRUCTION
Faculty
REV. J. HENRY GEORGE, Ph.D., D.D.,
Principal and Professor of Systematic Theology, Apologetics and Pastoral Theology
REV. WILLIAM HENRY WARRINER, M.A., D.D.,
Professor of New Testament Literature, Exegesis and Homile.tics.
REV. HARLAN CREELMAN, B.D., Ph.D.,
Miner Professor of Old Testament Language hnd Literature. Instructor in
Chtirch History.
Lectarers
REV. W. DOUGLAS MACKENZIE, D.D., Chicago Theol. Seminary,
Philosophy of Religion.
REV. GRAHAM TAYLOR, D.D., Chicago Theol. Seminary,
Christian Sociology.
REV. EDWARD MUNSON HILL, M.A., D.D., Montreal,
Parish Problems.
Preparatory Department
H. G. RICE, B.A ,
J. M. WILLIAMS.
Librarian
PROF. HARLAN CREELMAN,
J. M. WILLIAMS, Assistant.
11
162 CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
FOEM OF A BEQUEST FOR THE COLLEGE.
I give and bequeath to the Treasurer, for the time being, of
the Congregational College of Canada, a body corporate, by Act
of Parliament of the Province of Canada, A.D. 1864, the sum of
[either without designa-
tion, or " to he added to the Endowment Fund of said College,"]
out of my estate, without any charge or deduction whatever, to
be paid with all convenient speed after my decease ; and I direct
"that the receipt for the said sum of the Treasurer, for the time
being, of the said College, shall be sufficient and valid discharge
of said legacy.
BY-LAWS.
CHAPTER I.
THE CORPORATION.
1. The Corporation shall be called " The Congregational College of
Canada. "
2. Its object shall be the education of ministers of the (iospel, and the
encouragement and inauguration of all desirable educational methods and move-
ments whereby the efficiency of the churches may be advanced.
,3. Contributors of tvi^o dollars annually to the funds of the College shall be
members of the Corporation. A contributor in arrears one year shall not be
qualified to vote at the meetings of the Corporation, or to exercise his other
rights of membership. The Treasurer's subscription list shall be taken as
evidence of contribution.
4. Churches contributing for the previous year to the current expenses of
the College the sum of ten dollars and upwards, may be represented at the meet-
ing of the Corporation by one delegate for each church ; those contributing
twenty-five dollars or upwards, for the previous year, by two delegates ; and
those contributing fifty dollars or upwards, for the previous year, by three
delegates.
5. Persons by whom or on whose behalf one hundred dollars or more shall
have been contributed at any one time to the funds of the College, may be
chosen life members of the Corporation.
BY-LAWS. 163
6. A regular meeting of the Corporation shall be held annually, for the
reception of the report of the Governors, the election of a new Board, according
to provisions hereinafter named, and the transaction of other necessary business.
7. The annual meeting shall be held the same time and place as the Con-
gregational Union of Ontai'io and Quebec.
8 Special meetings of the Corporation may be held for the transaction of
special business, at the call of the Board of Governors, or on a requisition to
that eifect to the Chairman of the Board of Governors, signed by at least twenty
members of the Corporation ; provided always that no such special meetings be
held without one month's public notice thereof in an accredited newspaper in
Toronto and Montreal, and also in " The Canadian Congregationalist. "
CHAPTER II.
BOARD OF GOVERNORS.
1. A Board of fifteen Governors, having power to choose their own officers,
shall be elected from members of the Corporation. Five members of the Board
shall constitute a quorum.
2. Three members of the Board shall retire annually, in rotation, but shall
be eligible for re-election.
3. The powers and duties of the Board shall be : —
(a) The administration of the property of the College, and the man-
agement of its finances.
(h) The appointment and removal of all ofiicers of the College.
(c) The general oversight and management of the affairs of the
College, and
(dj The presentation of an annual report of the general condition of
the College to the Corporation at the next regular meeting.
4. Any member of the Board absent from its meetings for a year, shall be
held, ipso facto, to have vacated his seat, but may be re-appointed or re-elected
thereto.
5. Vacancies in the Board, whether occurring by death, or resign Jition, or
otherwise, ma}' be filled by the Board whenever it may see fit.
H. It shall be competent for the Board of Governors to appoint annually
an Executive Committee from its membership, which Committee shall exercise,
between the meetings of the Board, such powers as may be delegated to it by
the Board of (Tovernors.
7. The Board of Governors shall be called together at the close of the
annual meeting of the Corporation, for organization and other needful business.
They shall hold an annual meeting at a convenient time before the annua' meet-
ing of the ( /'orporatioQ ; a special meeting may be called at any time by the
Chairman and Secretary, or by the Secretary at the request of five members.
CHAPTER III.
THE SENATE.
1. There shall be a Senate composed of : — (1) The members of the Board of
Governors ; (2) The Faculty ; (.3) Four representatives chosen annually by the
Alumni Association ; (4) Four representatives chosen annually by the Congrega-
164 CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE
tional Union of Ontario and Quebec ; (5) Two representatives chosen annually by
the Congregational Union of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
Seven members of the Senate shall constitute a quorum.
2. The Senate shall frame regulations for and supervise all matters of
education, honors and discipline.
3. The Principal shall be ex-officio President of the Senate.
4. The Registrar shall be a member of the Faculty and ex-officio Secretary
of the Senate.
5. The Senate shall meet annually, within one month preceding the close
of the Session, at the College, in the city of Montreal, and at such other times
and places as the interests of the College may require, and shall make an annual
report to the Corporation through the Board of Governors.
CHAPTER IV.
THE FACULTY.
1. The Principal and Professors, with such members of the Senate as from
time to time may be appointed by the Board of Governors, constitute the Faculty,
and as such are entrusted with the educational work of the College and the
enforcement of its regulations, under the direction of the Senate.
The Principal shall be ex-officio Chairman of the Faculty.
2. Members of the Faculty must be members of a Congregational Church.
•S. Members of the Faculty shall not be members of the Board of Governors*
but the Principal shall be a consulting member of the Board of Governors, and
of all standing committees appointed by that Board or the Senate.
CHAPTER V.
THE OFFICERS.
1. The Chairman of the Board of Governors shall be the Presiding Officer
of the Corporation.
2. The President of the Senate shall preside at all Public Functions of the
College.
3. The Secretary of the Senate shall be Registrar of the College.
CHAPTER VI.
AMENDMENTS.
Amendments to these By-laws may be made at any reji^jular meeting of the
Corporation, provided that notice of such amendment has been given at the
meeting next preceding.
The List of the Alumni and the Courses of Study, generally-
printed here, will be found in the Calendar, which may be had
on application to the Secretary or to the Principal.
ANNUAL MEETING. 165
MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL MEETING
Held in Emmanuel Church, Montreal, June 8th, 1900.
1. The chair was taken, upon vote, by Mr. J. C. Copp.
2. Prayer was offered.
3. Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A., was appointed Minute Secretary.
4. The Secretary, Rev. E. Munson Hill, presented the
Report of the Board of Governors, including the Senate's Report,
which was read by Prof. Warriner, the Registrar. Mr. Thomas
Moodie, the Treasurer, presented his report, duly audited.
5. The Chairman of the Board of Governors, Mr. J. Red-
path Dougall, entered and Mr. Copp gave place to him.
6. It was moved by Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., seconded by
Rev. A. W. Richardson, M.D., and carried. That these reports
now presented be adopted and ordered printed in the Year
Book.
7. The Principal, Dr. George, presented an oral statement
of the year's works and the needs.
8. It was moved by Mr. J. C. Copp, seconded by Mr. E.
Yeigh, and carried, That thanks be given to the Auditors for
painstaking service.
9. The Secretary moved the following amendments to the
new By-laws proposed last year : —
II. 1. Omit " Directors to be called " before the
word " Governors."
II. 2. Substitute the word " three " for the word
" five " as first word of the section.
II. 6. Add " By the Board of Governors " at the
end of the section.
II. That a 7th section be added, viz. : " The Board
of Governors shall be called together at the close of the
annual meeting of the Corporation, for organization and
other needful business. They shall hold an annual meet-
166 CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
ing at a convenient time before the annual meeting of
the Corporation. A special meeting may be called at
any time by the President and Secretary, or by the Sec-
retary at the request of five members."
III. 1. Omit " which shall be " after the word
" Senate."
He also reported an amendment recommended by the Alumni
Asso-ciated : III. 1. Omit the words " resident in Canada "
after the word " Alumni," and write in their place the word
" Association." This motion to amend was seconded and carried.
10. It was moved by Rev. J. T. Daley, seconded by Prin-
cipal George and carried, That the By-laws as now amended be
finally adopted.
11. It was determined by ballot that the following mem-
bers of the Board of Governors retire this year : — Messrs.
Charles Gurd, George R. Copping and J. H. Burlaud. On
motion, these three were re-elected.
12. By lot it was then established that the following be
the rota of the Board, lots being drawn by Mr. E. Yeigh, Chair-
man of the Congregational Union. (Found printed in the list
of ofiicers.)
13. On motion, Mr. G. S. Wilson and Mr. Leo. T. Leet
were appointed Auditors.
14). On motion, the minutes were taken as read, and
adjournment followed.
J. T. Daley.
Minute Secretary.
REPORT OF BOARD OF GOVERNORS.
167
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS.
GROUP of churches would have no right to
the name Congregational if those churches
were not actively engaged in promoting the
cause of higher education. When the New
England pioneers planted the school beside
the church it was not long before the
College grew from the school, and the
Theological Seminary from that. This
tendency was the outgrowth of the intelli-
gent independence of their Old England fathers who fought
the theological battles with Popes and Prelates, and so the
College is a more vital part of our Congregational Church life
than most of the churches realize.
The young convert who knows Christ as Saviour and
Friend is only on the threshold of knowledge. We want
trained leaders for these who know God as He has revealed
Himself in history, science, philosophical thinking, and noble
will literature. And we need teachers of these teachers who
open up these things as handiwork and pathways of the Word
of God. For intellectual ambition must not dominate love for
God and His wayward children. We thank God for the pros-
perity He has given us this year. And we thank Him for
teachers who are full of knowledge and love, full of skill and
devotion.
The work of instruction and the internal economy of the
College is laid before you in the Report of the Senate. The
financial standing is laid before you in the Treasurer's Report.
It remains for me to report the work of the Board of Gov-
ernors.
For this year the Governors have been working under the
by-laws that were provisionally adopted last year. The only
change in the officers was in the secretaryship, made necessary
by the law that prevents a member of the Faculty being a mem-
ber of the governing body. We regret to lose Dr. Warriner,
but his skill will find equal scope in the Senate secretaryship.
168 CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
During the year the Board held three meetings and the Execu-
tive Committee two. With a few changes, which will be pro-
posed by the Secretary later, we recommend the final adoption
of these by-laws.
We express here our heartfelt thanks to the benefactors of
the year ; to Prof. Graham Taylor, D.D., of Chicago Seminary, for
his valuable course of lectures ; to Mr. J. H. Burland, for meet-
ing the expense of the same ; to Mrs. J. H. McKechnie, of
Granby, for assuming the expense of the lectures to be given
by Prof. Douglas Mackenzie, D.D., of Chicago Seminary, at the
beginning of next year ; to Mr. Robertson Macaulay, of Mon-
treal, for bursaries ; to Dr. Macdonald, of Montreal, for prizes
in elocution ; to the contributors to current funds, those valued
helpers without whose aid we could not maintain our work ;
to our \alued helpers, Mr. and Mrs. Miner, for their large con-
tributions ; to the Directors who give valuable time and counsel;
to the Ladies' Auxiliary Committee for generous help in the
domestic affairs of the College ; and to the Auditors, for careful
inspection of the Treasurer's statement. We wish to record
especial gratitude for an unusual gift. Mr. George Home
Russel, an artist of Montreal, has painted a portrait of the late
Principal Barbour, as a labor of love, and presented it to the
College. The likeness is excellent and the artistic merit of a
high order.
In the Endowment Fund the required sixty-four thousand
dollars of new subscriptions has been reached, which binds all
that were conditional. This was accomplished by the Principal
generously assuming the responsibility of the remainder, not to
exceed $9,000, and engaging to meet the interest on it, from
Sept. 1st next. It is earnestly hoped this amount will be con-
tributed before that time.
It was decided that the money received from Britain in
response to the appeal of Dr. George should be set apart as it
comes in, to a Fund for a neM^ Professor. In the meantime, the
income of it may be used for special lecturers.
Of first importance this last year has been the choice of a
Professor for the Miner Foundation. A sub-committee made
search, by personal visit and correspondence, in Britain and the
United States. Through their report and earnest prayer the
Governors made choice of Rev. Harlan Creelman, B.D., Ph D.,
REPORT OF BOARD OF GOVERNORS. 169
instructor in Yale University. He was appointed for a year,
with a view to ultimate settlement if mutually agreeable. With
the national ties of Canadian birth and the ripe scholarship of
the old University, he has entered with enthusiasm into the
instruction of the Old Testament Language and Literature, and
has already won esteem not only in our own College but among
other students whom he has taught. The Governors have voted
to give him appointment to the Professorship. In this connec-
tion it was voted that ten months' time of each of the Faculty
shall be at the disposal of the Board of Governors.
During the year a mission was organized in Amherst Park,
a new suburb of Montreal, by Calvary Church, with the help of
contributions from others. This has been placed under the care
of the College, as the first of a circle of what might be called
Collegiate Churches, to which the students will minister. There
is no better way to help the students than for a church or indi-
vidual to endow a scholarship to be used for that purpose.
The College has never done such good work as it is doing
now. But this fact increases its needs. These are some of the
wants which we lay before the churches and Christians to whom
the Lord has entrusted wealth : More class rooms ; more sleep-
ing rooms will soon be needed ; money for a fourth professor,
which will make our staff equal to any in the country ; more
scholarships to be awarded to students of merit ; more maps
and books of reference for use in teaching. A Preparatory School
has been established and is in good working order, but no funds
have been provided for its continuance.
The Governors are greatly pleased with the movement of
the young people to help the Endowment and take an active
interest in the instruction given in the College. They have put
this Resolution on their Records : — " That this Board of Gov-
ernors records its very high appreciation of the interest and
liberality of the societies and individuals which have so loyally
rallied to the support of the Christian Endeavor College Move-
ment for the Endowment of a Lectureship in the English Bible.
From the good work already done the Board anticipates an early
completion of the Fund."
We present also the Reports we have received from the
Senate and from the Treasurer.
E. MuNsoN Hill,
Secretary.
170 CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
REPORT OF THE SENATE.
'Session of 1899-1900.
To the Board of Governors.
Gentlemen, — We have much pleasure in presenting the
Report of the Sixty-first Session of the C. C. C, which has been
one of the most prosperous in its history.
The Rev. Professor Harlan Creelman, B.D., Ph.D., has filled
for the session the chair of 0. T. Language and Literature. He
gave the opening address on " The Ministry of the Hebrew
Prophets and the Ministry of To-day," on the 2nd of October
last.
The Senate met at the beginning of the Session, completed
its organization, instructed and empowered the Faculty to
prosecute the work of the Session, and appointed various com-
mittees.
The work of the Session was organized as follows : —
To the Principal was given the care of Systematic and
Practical Theology, Apologetics and Philosophy ; to Dr. Creel-
man, Old Testament, English Bible and History of Christian
Doctrine; and to Dr. Warriner, New Testament, Homiletics,
and Congregational History and Polity.
By a mutual arrangement with the Wesleyan College, their
first and second year students attended Prof. Creelman's classes
in Hebrew, while our students of the same years attended the
classes of Prof. Harris in Church History.
This arrangement has proved mutually satisfactory.
A net revenue of S45 accrued from this exchange which the
Faculty recommended should be applied to the expenses of the
Preparatory School, and the Governors assented.
Dr. Creelman has also acted as Examiner in Hebrew of the
B.D. course for the Wesleyan College.
An arrangement was also made by which our students
united with theirs to form one class in elocution under Mr. J.
P. Stephen. Economy was thus realized, but with doubtful
efficiency.
REPORT OF SENATE. 171
Prof. Graham Taylor, of the Chicago Theological Seminary,
delivered a course of lectures in Biblical Sociology. This course
was largely attended by many who are not students of the
College, including several of the city pastors.
The Preparatory School, under the charge of Mr. H. G.
Rice, B.A, and Mr. J. M. Williams, has continued to prove its
usefulness. It is now proposed to include in this department
those literary studies which are required of such students as
matriculate in Arts, but do not attend the classes of the Univer-
sity. The Faculty will for the most part conduct these further
studies.
During the year the College has received visits from repre-
sentatives of two of our District Associations, viz.. Dr. Beavis
representing the Western Association, and Rev. G. E. Read
representing the Quebec Association. These visits will enable
the churches to see for themselves what is the actual work of
the College, and will, we trust, be mutually advantageous.
The following students have been received : — T. C. Sloane,
and James J. Hutchinson to the Preparatory School, and J. R.
Shaw Cleary, B.A., to the tirst year in Theology. Mr. S. Rose,
son of one of our ministers, is also attending the classes of the
Preparatory School under the care of the Faculty. An appli-
cation has also been received and accepted from Mr. C. E. Cross,
of Melbourne. Mr. Cross and Mr. Hutchinson intend to go up
for the June Matriculation. R. J. Drysdale, S. W. Anthony and
W. J. Hamilton are also expecting to take the same examina-
tion.
Rev. Wallace. Johnston, pastor of Franklin Centre Church
still continues his relation to the College, and has written off
one examination.
Mr. R. B. Blyth, of the senior year, went with thi- Second
Canadian Contingent to South Africa at the beginning of the
second term. Mr. Blyth was one of the best students of the
College. His rank was always high. He passed a first class
examination in each of the regular subjects at Christmas, and
doubtless would have finished his course with honor if he had
remained.
Mr. Astor Schrag, by consent of the Board, is prosecuting
his second year Arts in Queen's University.
The followino; is the Roll of Students : —
172 CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
THEOLOGY,
Senior Fear— R. B. Blyth, B.A.; T. A. Munroe, B.A.; Albert
Secord ; William Munroe ; Wallace Johnston (Rev.)
Middle Fear—H. G. Rice, B. A.; J. M. Williams ; B. Green-
away.
Junior Year — R. J. Shaw Cleary, B.A.; C. C. Claris ; R. J.
Drysdale ; A. R. Ross, B.A. (absent on leave).
E. G. Woodley — Fourth Year Arts.
Hermon Carson, Astor Schrag — Second Year Arts.
J. E. Mitchell — Second Year Medicine (Medical Missionary).
W. H. Hamilton — Preliminary Year.
S. W. Anthony — Preparatory School.
J. J. Hutchison
T. C. Sloane
Stirling Rose "
S. Macallum "
C. E. Cross — Going up to June Matriculation.
The Sessional Examinations were held, and all the students
maintained their years. Mr. T. A. Munroe, B.A., Mr. A. Secord,
and Mr. W. Munroe, successfully completed the prescribed course
of study in this College. Mr. H. G. Rice, B.A., passed several
examinations in the B.D. course.
In the University Examinations, E. C. Woodley graduated
B.A., with first class honors in English Language, Literature and
History ; Hermon Carson passed the Intermediate Examination.
Your Registrar has received from Queen's University the certi-
ficate of that University that Astor Schrag was a student in
good standing, of regular attendance, and, at the time of writing,
engaged in his examinations.
The Closing Exercises of the College were held in the
Assembly Hall on Tuesday, the 17th of April last. The Rev.
Hugh Pedley, B.A., Pastor of Emmanuel Church, delivered an
able and inspiring address. A beautiful oil portrait of the late
Dr. Barbour, the gift of the artist Mr. George Home Russell,
was Unveiled.
Rev. A. F. McGregor, Secretary of the Home Missionary
Society, announced that the Society had made a grant for the
year 1900, of $150, to be given to a churcii or mission to be
REPORT OF SENATE. 173
under the care of a student of this College. To this amount the
Students' Missionary Society has promised $100, thus practically
beginning a College Missionary Fellowship, which it is hoped
some generous friend or church will continue.
The Macaulay bursaries, of the value of $60 each, were
presented to E. C. Woodley and Hermon Carson, A Governors'
bursary, of the value of $40, was awarded to Astor Schrag, To
H. G. Rice and J. M . Williams were awarded the first two prizes
in Elocution (value $1 1 each), the third prize (value $8) was
given to Brandon Greenaway. These prizes were the gift of
Dr. Macdonald, of San Francisco.
The Calvary (silver) Medal for excellence in Church His-
tory was awarded to Albert Secord, and the J. F. Stevenson
Memorial (gold) Medal for excellence in Theology was awarded
to T. A. Munroe, B.A.
Messrs. T. A. Munroe, A. Secord and W. Munroe having
completed their course, also received the Diploma of this Insti-
tution. The Diploma was also awarded to R. B. Blyth, B.A., on
account of his uniform high standing in the College prior to his
leaving as a volunteer for South Africa at the commencement
of the second term of his final year, and in recognition of his
loyalty to his Queen and Country.
We would also report that a new Diploma has been drawn
up and handsomely lithographed. The old Diploma did not
allow of a proper classification of students according to the
nature or extent of their work.
Three associate Examiners have been appointed to co-
operate with the Faculty, viz., the Rev. F. J, Day, B.A., B.D.;
Rev. D. S Hamilton, B.A., and Rev. A, W. Richardson, B.A.,
M.D.
The Senate has had in hand throughout the whole session
the formulation and codification of rules governing the work of
the College, as well as the preparation of a Calendar embodying
these rules and giving necessary information. Copies can be
had on application to the Secretary or Principal.
In conclusion we would draw the attention of the Board to
the great need there is for Maps, Text and Reference Books, as
well as for more class-room accommodation and Fellowships.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Senate,
J. H. George, W. Henry Warriner,
President. Registrar.
174
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT.
For another year the Trea-
surer has the pleasure of re-
porting- the balance on the
right side of the account.
The annual circular and en-
velopes were sent to all the
churches in time for the col-
lection on the second Sunday
in October, which for years
has been observed as College
Sunday by many of the
churches. The Treasurer also
enclosed a circular to the
pastors suggesting a method
of making the collection, if
they did not already have
some systematic way. How
many adopted the suggestion
he does not know, but can report that it. was adopted in
his own church with marked success.
Student Rice spent some months last autumn visiting the
churches of Western Ontario with very good success^ nearly all
increasing their subscriptions very much, some doubling and
trebling the previous year's amounts.
The following churches in Ontario have done nothing, some
have not for years : —
Bowmanville, Cobourg, Coldsprings, Churchill, Kingston
1st, Kingston Bethel, Listowel, London 1st, Ottawa 1st, Ottawa
Welcome-Zion, South Caledon, St. Catharines. The only churches
in Toronto that remitted were the Northern and Zion.
There is no reason why they could not do as well as some
that have subscribed ; all that is wanted is the mind to give.
The largest contribution from Ontario is from Toronto
Northern, §63.95. Embro is next with S59.00 ; then Hamilton
1st with S55.00. No other reaches the fifty mark.
secretary's report. 175
In Quebec all the churches have contributed, but the collec-
tion from Granby was received too late to be included in this
year's accounts.
The total amount received from Quebec churches exceeds
the total from Ontario churches by 888.00. Can anyone give a
reason wh}^ this should be ?
In the Maritime Provinces eight churches contribute,
against nine last year, and seven did not contribute either last
year or this. We also received a contribution from the
Woman's Board of N.S. and N.B., and from the Union.
In the North-west we have to welcome two new ones to
our list of conti'ibutors this year. Maple Street, Winnipeg, and
Victoria, B.C., Winnipeg Central increasing their amount.
Two friends over the line have remembered us. Rev. A. W.
Gerrie and Rev. W. J. Watt.
The actual collections from the churches of the Provinces,
apart from personal gifts and specials, are as follows : —
44 Churches in Ontario S 969 3-t
18 " " Quebec 1057 86
7 " " Maritime Provinces 83 56
3 " " North-west 87 75
We have also received the second payment of S33.33 on
account of legacy from the late Miss Annie McKillican.
In expenditure you will find a considerable difference in
travelling expenses. Last year Dr. George had to receive an
amount to pa}^ his way in England. He refunded two hundred
and fifty dollars, which has more than paid for this year's ex-
penses.
The repairs account is large. New front stairs were required
for the Principal's residence, and the drainage was found out
of order and had to be renewed at a cost of $178. The kitchen
range was worn out and had to be replaced, at a cost of one
hundred and fifty dollars.
Interest on loans The Treasurer always grudges this item,
because it should not be. It is a little less this year, and it
should be wiped out this coming year, if only the non-subscrib-
ing churches would have a mind to do it. Interest to donors on
donations for coming year will be much less, as we have only
two amounts, in all §1200.00, on which to pay.
176 CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
In conclusion, could we not this coming year get a subscrip-
tion from every church and from every member ; it only wants
the mind to do it, the ability is there ; then there is the promised
blessing to the liberal mind-. Two cents per week from each
member would be one dollar per year, or ten thousand dollars in
all, instead of less than $2300. Then this does not include
adherents, many of whom give liberally. Then we know many
members give much more than the one dollar, making up for
those who could not possibly give the dollar.
On behalf of the Trustees of the Endowment Fund, I have
to report an increase of $3655.69. Of this amount $2238.00 was
on account of subscriptions, $931.03 collected by Dr. George in
England, and $486.66 from the Colonial Missionary Society, first
annual payment of three promises.
Mr. John Silcox, who received interest on his donation of
$1000.00, has waived all claim on the amount for the future.
I herewith present the financial statements duly audited.
The whole respectfully submitted.
Thos. Moodie,
Treasurer.
Montreal, 31st May, 1900.
Mk. J. R. DOUGALL, M.A., MONTKEAL,
Chairman of the College Board.
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treasurer's report. 177
ENDOWMENT FUND.
Trustees Statement for Year Ending May 31st, 1900.
Rkceipts,
Balance from last year $ 4439 26
Subscriptions paid 3667 69
Mortgages, etc., repaid 11,200 00
$19,306 95
Disbursements.
Paid on Mortgages, etc $9600 00
Transferred to Y.P.S.C.E. account 12 00
Balance cash on hand 9694 95
$19,306 95
Assets.
Mortgages on Real Estate $38,587 00
" Principal's Residence 8,000 00
CoUingwood Bonds 3,000 00
5 shares Bank of Montreal stock, cost 2,018 50
5 shares Equitable Savings Loan and Building Association 500 00
5 Shares St. Lawrence Investment Society 250 00
Loan to Congregational College 2,400 00
Cash in Bank 9,694 95
$64,450 45
Assets, 1899 60,794 76
Increase $3,655 69
THOS. MOODIE,
Treas^^rer.
Audited and found correct,
C. T. WILLIAMS, \ ^^.
L. L. LEET, / ^"""0'^«-
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O o -£ ^ S rt
180
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COLLEGE.
PROVINCE OF ONTARIO.
ALTON.
Total • $ 7 25
BARRIE.
Total $29 75
BELWOOD.
Rev. C. E. Bolton $ 2 00
Mr. J*. Couse 2 00
" R. Y. Blyth 2 00
' ' Geo. Douglas 1 25
Miss M. Douglas 1 00
Mr. D. Johnston 1 00
" Alex. Rodger 1 00
Small sums 3 00
Total §13 25
BRANTFORD.
Goold, E. L $ 2 00
Hartman, Mrs 1 00
Ott, Mrs. J 5 00
Oldham, Mrs. J. H 1 00
Shapley, W. H 2 00
Thompson, Mrs. Jas 3 00
Wisner, Mrs. F 4 00
Wisner. Mrs. W. S 120
Wilkes, James 2 00
Wilkes, Miss A 1 00
Wickens, W 5 00
Wickens, Miss 1 00
Yeigh, Hy 10 00
Small sums 60
Total $38 80
BURFORD.
Total $13 75
DALSTON.
Mr. Young $2 00
Mrs. Baldwin 1 00
Jas. Johnston 1 00
Mr. Robson 1 00
" Cannon 1 00
Small sums 3 00
Total $ 9 00
EDGAR.
Total $28 92
EMBRO.
Total , $59 00
FOREST.
Central.
Total ($5 too late) $ 4 00
Lake Shore.
Total $ 9 50
FERGUS.
Total $15 00
FROME.
Total $19 50
GARAFRAXA.
Total $15 25
GEORGETOWN.
Total $37 00
CONTRIBUTIONS.
181
GUELPH.
Total $29 05
HAMILTON.
First.
Total $55 00
Immanuel.
Total $ 2 25
HOPETOWN.
Duncan Gunn $ 1 00
Mrs. Jas. Machan, sen 1 00
" John Mcllraith 1 00
James Mcllraith 1 00
John M. Gunn 1 00
Stewart Bullock 1 00
George Stead 1 30
Thos, Wilson, jr 1 00
John Bullock 1 00
Henry Bullock 50
Chas. B. Craig .... 50
Robt. McNicol 50
John Taylor, sen 50
Finlay Gunn 50
Thos. Molyneaux, jr 50
Smaller sums 2 65
Total.. 14 95
HOWICK.
Total $19 75
KINCARDINE.
Total $14 00
KINGSTON.
Bethel.
Total $ 5 00
LANARK.
Total $42 50
LONDON.
Southern.
Mr. H. P. Allen $ 1 00
A friend 10
Sidney Silcox, B.A 2 00
Mrs. Beattie 10 00
W. H. A. Claris 10 00
Mr. G. Decker 5 00
Dr. Jarvis 1 00
Mrs. E. J. Cook 25
' ' Lambert 25
Mr. B. Cordingley 5 00
Total $34 60
MARTINTOWN.
Total $12 00
MAXVILLE AND ST. ELMO.
Thos. Munroe $ 2 00
J. F. McEwen 2 00
Mr. and Mrs. D. McDougall. . . 2 00
D. P. McDougall ... 1 00
John A. McEwen 1 00
Mac. McDougall 1 00
P. F. McEwen 1 00
Mrs. P. F. McEwen 1 00
J. W. Kennedy 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. VV. Weegar ... 2 00
D. A. McEwen 1 00
T. VV. Munro ] 00
Finlay McEwen.. 1 QO
A. A. McEwen 100
P. Munro 2 00
D. T. Munro i 00
J. A. McColl 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. P. McDougall. 2 00
J. Stiles 1 00
Friend 25
Thos. McEwen 1 00
D. Kennedy 5 00
D. C. McDougall 1 00
D. A. McDougall 2 00
J. Sinclair .... i OO
D. McEwen 50
General collection 60
Alex. J. McEwen 4 00
Total $44 35
182
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
MIDDLEVILLE.
Rev. J. Alexander $ 2 50
Wm. Croft, Esq 2 00
A. R. Mclntyre 2 00
Henry Mather 1 00
R. R. Affleck 1 00
Misses Angus 1 00
Arch Rankin 1 00
William Stead 1 00
John Hogg 1 00
Wm. E. Croft.... 75
Wm. Langstaff 75
James Affleck 50
Holmes Mutthie 50
James Muir 50
W. E. Anderson 50
Wm. R. Miller 50
Mrs. R. Affleck 50
Wm. Somerville 50
David Mather 50
Smaller sums 5 15
Total $23 15
NEW DURHAM.
Total $28 07
NORTH ERIN.
Total ..-. $ 3 00
OTTAWA.
FIRST S. S.
Total $ 6 00
PLYMPTON.
Total $26 00
PARIS.
A. U. Baird $ 5 00
Silcox, Mrs 5 00
Hall, Thos 2 00
Wheeler, Mrs 2 00
Finlayson, J i; 00
Campbell, Mrs 2 00
Brown, Miss 2 25
Harris, Mrs 2 00
Buckley, P ... 2 00
Whitelaw, Mrs 2 00
Brockbank, J 3 00
Roberts, Miss .' . 1 00
Faskin, Miss 1 00
Hain, R. E 1 00
Sovereign, Mrs 1 00
Patton, Thos 100
Minnie, A 100
Laird, Mr 50
Milligan, Miss 25
Capron, Roy 25
Adams, P 2 00
Sowden, G... 1 00
Patton, D 1 00
Carnie, J 2 00
Willett, Mr 2 00
Roberts,— 1 00
Total $45 25
ROSETTA.
R. J. Arnott $ 1 00
John Thompson 1 00
Adam W. Craig 1 00
William Aitken 1 00
William Readey 1 00
David Rodger 1 00
Thomas Young 75
Robt. S. Rodger 50
John Arnott 50
John McFarlane 50
Arch Robertson 50
D. John Thompson 50
John Erskine . . 50
Smaller sums 75
Total $10 50
RUGBY.
Total $15 50
SARNIA.
Total $ 1 00
SCOTLAND.
Rev. J. K. Unsworth $ 3 00
Mr. H. W. Foster 2 00
Gertie and E. H. Malcolm 1 00
CONTRIBUTIONS.
183
Mr. Chaa. Nelles 1 00
Mr. A. M. Malcolm 100
Mrs. Robt. Eadie 1 50
Mr. J. A. Messacar 1 00
" Robt. Taylor - 1 00
" D. W. Malcolm 1 00
K. C. B. Society 1 00
Mr. Alonzo Foster 1 00
" Jos. Taylor 1 00
Small sums 7 50
Total $23 00
SPEEDSIDE.
William Bolls $ 1 00
Janet Freure 50
George A. Newstead 1 00
Noah Sunley 50
William Hindley 1 00
James W. Hindley 50
John L. Carter 50
James L. Benham 1 CO
A. F. Pollock 2 00
Mrs. Wm. Armstrong 2 00
Mr. Laycock 25
" Armstrong 25
" Martin 25
David B. Scott 1 00
Total $11 75
STOUFFVILLE.
Total $10 00
STRATFORD.
Total $ 1 00
TILBURY.
Total 121 50
Northern.
Total 163 95
VANKLEEK HILL.
Total $ 5 00
WARWICK.
Ebenezer.
Total $ 4 00
Zton.
Total $16 00
WATFORD.
Mr. John Thomas 5 00
" John McCormack , .. 4 00
Mrs. Murdo McCleay 1 00
" R. Hay 1 00
Mr. Marwick 1 00
" Lome Williams 1 00
" John Bryce 1 00
" Samuel Howden 1 00
Miss Amy Howden 1 00
Mrs. S. Kenward 100
Mr. G. narrower 1 00
Small sums 5 00
Total $23 00
WINGHAM.
Total $ 7 00
WOODSTOCK.
Rev. W. M.Baker $ 5 00
Women's Missionary Society... 32 10
Total $37 10
TORONTO.
ZiON.
Total $14 15
Legacy.
Miss Annie McKillican, 2nd in-
stalment . . . $33 33
184
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
Personal Subscriptions.
Miss Horton, Port Perry $ 2 00
Mr. W. Freeland, Toronto 5 00
Rev. A. F. McGregor, Toronto. 5 00
Anonymous, Toronto 10 00
Total $22 00
Total for Ontario 5^1024 67
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
[AYERS FLAT AND BOYNTON.
Total 112 46
BRIGHAM.
Total $ 8 50
COWANSVILLE.
Mr. J. L. Leach $ 2 00
Mrs. W. H. Watson 1 00
" W. P.Carter 1 00
" J. J. Ruiter 1 00
Mr. I'. E. Draper 1 00
" D. A. Shufelt 1 00
Small sums 2 65
Total $ 9 65
EAST FARNHAM.
Mr. W. N. Hawk $ 1 00
Mrs. K. Allan 1 00
Mr. Cortez Buck 1 00
Mrs. E. R. Brimmer 1 00
Small sums 2 75
Total $ 6 75
DANVILLE.
Total $41 24
EATON.
Total..., $ 4 00
FITCH BAY.
Total I 9 00
FRANKLIN CENTRE.
Total $20 00
MELBOURNE.
Rev. Thos. Hall $ 2 00
Alex. McDonald . . 2 00
N. W. Smillie .. 1 00
H. A. Jones 1 00
X. Y. Z I CO
John Alexander 1 00
Alex. McLeay 1 00
Smaller sums 3 00
Total $12 00
MONTREAL
ZiON.
Thos. Moodie $25 00
Jonathan Brown 20 00
Wm. E. Boyd 10 00
John Leslie 5 00
S. P. Leet 5 00
Mrs. S. P. Leet 5 00
No name 4 00
Rev. A. Murrman 3 00
Rev. VV. H. Warriner 2 50
J. E. Cribb 2 00
No name 2 00
Jas. Johnston 1 50
Wm. Elliott 1 00
Wm, Budden 1 00
Mrs. W. H. Smith 1 00
H. Fotheringham 1 00
Miss MacMartin 1 00
G. W. Goodbody 1 00
Mrs. VA^eber 1 00
CONTRIBUTIONS.
185
Mrs. G. Robinson 100
J. W. Reyner I 00
T. Costen 1 00
2 no name, §1 2 00
Small sums 5 56
Sunday School 10 31
Total S112 87
Emmanuel.
Mrs. Scholes §10 00
do. , special 40 00
Mr. C. Gurd, special 50 00
do. 10 00
Mr. Wm. Reid 20 00
Dr. D. F. Gurd 20 00
Mr. John Macintosh 20 00
Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Black 15 00
Mr. J. Linton 10 00
Mrs. Henry Lyman 10 00
Mr. H. H. Lyman 10 00
Rev. J. H. George, D.D 10 00
Mr. Alex. Scott 10 00
" W. M. Reid 10 00
" A. H. Thomson 10 00
Mrs. A. Fisher 10 00
Mr. Gus. Harries 10 00
" R. C. Jamieson 10 00
" Chas. Alexander 10 00
Mrs. G. W. Moss 5 00
Miss A. W. Moss 5 00
Mrs. John Macintosh 5 00
Mr. Arthur Birks . 5 00
Mrs. McLachlan 5 00
Mr. W. B. Blackader 5 00
" J. M.-M. Duff 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. Kearley 5 00
Dr. F. A. Stevenson 5 00
Mr. B. B. Stevenson 5 00
Mrs. J. F. Stevenson 5 00
Mr. J. Burt. Sutherland 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Owens. ... 5 00
Mr. George Lyman 5 00
" C. T. Williams 5 00
" Preble Macintosh 5 00
" A. Spalding 5 00
" VV. E. Gushing 2 00
Mr. and Mrs. A. McA. Murphy 2 00
Mr. Ernest Alexander 2 00
Mrs. Arthur Birks 2 00
Mr. Gilbert Johnston 2 00
" C.N.Sims 2 00
Dr. H, P. Stockwell 2 00
A friend 2 00
Miss H. B. Blackader 1 00
'« Blackader 1 00
" Annie L. Birks I 00
" Leslie 1 00
Mr. E. Ramsden 1 00
" Wm. Gamble 1 00
Miss M. Baker 1 00
Mrs. Jas. H. Leishman 1 00
Mr. P. H. Co\\'per 100
No name 2 75
Small sums 18 75
Total $426 50
Point St. Chakles.
Mr. C. Gushing § 5 00
Rev. D. S. Hamilton 2 00
Mr. W. H. Sargeant 1 00
" fl. Christie 1 00
" E. Eversden 1 00
Mrs. George Donaldson 1 00
4 anonymous, each §1 4 00
Small sums 6 10
Total §21 10
Calvaby.
Mr. J. R. Dougall §20 CK)
" T. B. Macaulay' 15 00
Rev. E. M. Hill 12 00
Mrs. E. M. Hill 10 00
Mrs. R. Macaulay 10 00
Miss Dougall 5 00
Mr. C. Gushing 5 00
" S. R. Rowell 5 00
Rev. J. McKillican 4 00
Mrs. McKillican 2 00
Miss McKillican 2 00
Mr. R. W. McLachlan 2 00
Miss J. Smith 2 00
" Green 2 00
Mr. E. A. Monroe 2 00
" G. W. Jones 1 00
" James Nixon 1 00
" A. Kere 1 00
Mrs. Kere 1 00
" F. Jones 1 00
Small sums 2 45
Total §105 45
186
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
STANSTEAD SOUTH.
Total $30 00
SHERBROOKE.
S. F. Morey $25 GO
Rev. and Mrs. F. J. Day 10 00
A. S. Hurd 6 00
Miss M. J. Mitchell 5 00
Miss S. A. Mitchell 5 00
J. S. Mitchell 7 50
T. J. Tuck 5 00
G. A. LeBaron 5 00
Mrs. H. J. Morey 4 00
Neil Dinning 3 00
Mrs A. T. Nourse 3 00
T. M. Cowan 2 00
Z. (;triffith 2 00
Mrs. Foss' S. S. class 2 00
Dr. and Mrs. W. A. Farwell ... 2 00
L. S. ChannelL 2 00
Miss Steere 2 00
Mrs. M. McKechnie 2 00
Mrs R. Mitchell 2 00
J. Kessler 2 00
W. R. Webster 2 00
Mrs. Hawes 2 00
E. W. Abbott 1 25
Henry Ransahousen 1 00
J. A. McKechnie 1 00
Mrs. L. Farwell 1 00
J.H.Partington 100
Miss Hurd 1 00
R. Smith 1 00
W. C. Gage 1 00
Mrs. Powers 1 00
Wm. Barlow 1 00
A. M. Sangster 1 00
Mrs. Wood 1 00
James Sangster I 00
C. tt. Foss 1 00
Miss Dickinson 1 00
W. J. H. McKindsey 1 00
Hon. J . Mcintosh 1 00
A. S. McCaw 2 00
Pastor's Bible Class 2 50
Mr. and Mrs. W^ H. Abbott. .. 3 00
A. C. Skinner l 00
Small sums 2 75
Total $129 00
ST. ANDREWS.
Total ..$12 75
WATERVILLE.
Total $40 00
WESTMOUNT.
Bethlehem.
Total •... $32 50
ULVERTON.
Total $ 4 20
$1057 86
Personals.
Rev. W. T. Currie, Africa $ 5 00
Mr. J. Archibald, Granby 100 00
Lt.-Col. J. H. Burland, Mon-
treal 100 00
S. H. C Miner, Esq 500 00
Mrs. S. H. C. Miner 900 00
Total $1605 00
COiNTRIBUTIONS.
MARITIME PROVINCES.
187
BROOKLYN, N.S.
Rev. J. M. Austin $2 00
Mrs. Nathan Gardner 1 00
Collection 5 70
Total .fS 70
KINGSPORT.
Total $ 5 00
LIVERPOOL.
Total $ 5 00
TRURO.
Total $ 5 00
YARMOUTH.
Total $25 21
KESWICK RIDGE.
Wm. Coburn $ 1 00
Mrs. J. W. Clarke 1 00
Ira Burtt 1 00
J. W. Jewett ] 00
Amas Mitchell 50
50
25
25
Collections 1 16
Rev. and Mrs. A. B. Ross 8 34
Total .115 00
ST. JOHN.
Total ...$12 55
SHEFFIELD, N.B.
Mr. F. W. Barker S 1 00
Hon. C. Burpee 1 50
Mrs. C. Burpee 150
Mrs. J. Taylor 1 00
Mr. A. Barker 1 00
" Ward Barker 1 00
" C. J. Burpee 1 00
" C. S. Burpee 50
Miss Mary Barker 50
" Perley 30
Collected by Miss L. Harrison . 3 50
" Mr. E. C. Burpee. 3 00
Total $15 80
$83 56
Union 6 33
Woman's Board 5 55
Total for Maritime Provinces . . $95 44
NORTH-WEST.
Winnipeg Central $72 25
Maple Street 7 50
Victoria 8 00
Total $87 75
188
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE.
ENDOWMENT FUND.
Payments for the Year Ending jist May, igoo.
Collected by Dr. George, in
England $915 78
15 25
Col. Miss, Society, London,
England 486 66
Mr. J. H. McKechnie, Granby 500 00
" C. Gurd, Montreal, 250 00
'• G. R. Copping, Toronto. 200 00
" A. S. Hurd, Sherbrooke. 200 00
Miss M. I. Dickinson 200 00
Rev. Dr. Warriner, 2nd p't. . 100 00
Mr. W. H. Shapley, Brant-
ford 100 00
" T.B.Caldwell, Lanark.. 100 00
" N. Dinning, Sherbrooke. 100 00
Dr. F. A. Stevenson, Mon-
treal, 2nd p't 50 00
Mrs. E. D. Silcox, Paris 50 00
Mr. H. Cox, Burford 50 00
" J. Mcintosh, M.P,, Sher-
brooke 50 00
Rev. J. W. Pedley, Toronto.. 25 00
Rev. F. W. Macallum, Tur-
key 25 00
Mr. P. H. McDermid, Mar-
tintown 25 00
Winnipeg Central Church .... 25 00
Mr. Woodyatt, Brantford .... 25 00
Kev. E. M. Hill, Montreal ... 25 00
Mr. G. A. LeBaron, Sher-
brooke 25 00
Mr. A. McA. Murphy, Mon-
treal 20 00
Rev. T. B. Hyde, Toronto.. . 20 00
Hon. A. Harrison, Sheffield,
N.B 20 00
Rev. J. K. Unsworth, Scot-
land 10 00
Rev. J. Wood, Ottawa, 2nd
part 10 00
Mr. D. Sinclair, Maxville 10 00
Rev. G. Extence, Hamilton.. 5 00
Mr. Wm. Bichan, Goderich. 5 00
Rev. W. T. Gunn, Embro. . . 5 00
Mr. A. J. McDermid, Martin-
town 3 GO
Willie McCallum, Martintown 2 00
Mr. F. C. Jewett, Sheffield,
N.B 2 00
Mr. Chas. Burpee, Sheffield,
N.B 2 00
Rev. J. M. Austin, Sheffield.
N.B 1 00
Mr. C. J. Burpee, Sheffield,
N.B 1 00
Mr. J. P. Jewett, Sheffield, N.B. 1 00
" P. K. Barker, " 1 00
" D. H. Burpee, " 1 00
" D. W. Burpee, " 1 00
" E. C. Burpee, " 1 00
" F. B. Jewett, " 1 00
, " F. W. Barker, " 1 00
" Arch. Barker, " 1 00
" J. Baile, " 1 00
Total ....
.$3667 69
UNION OF NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW
BRUNSWICK.
Rev. J. W. Cox,
Secretary.
Rev. E. E. Braithwaite,
Retiring Chairman.
Rev. J. M. Austin,
Chairman.
THE
CONGREGATIONAL UNION
OF
IRova Scotia anb IRew ^ByunswicFi.
Officers for 1900-1901.
Chairman
REV. JAS. M. AUSTIN, • . Brooklyn, N.S.
Vlce-Cbalrmaii
MR. F. H. HUTCHISON Milton, N.S.
Secretary
REV. J. W. COX, B.A., Lower Selmah, N.S.
Treasurer
MR. CHAS. E. MacMICHAEL, St. John, N.B.
Statistical Secretary
REV. A. B. ROSS, B.A., Keswick Ridge, N.B.
Union Committee
The Officers, with
REV. A. BRAINE.
GEO. M. WHYTE,
J. L. GORDON,
DAVID COBURN,
D. W. PURDON,
GEO. W. BALL,
CHURCHILL MOORE,
REV. E. E. BRAITH^AITE,
MESSRS. S. R. HILTON,
WM, LONG,
ISAAC N. COX,
CHAS. DURNING,
JOHN P. JEWETT,
J. M. WILLIAMS,
J. W. FLEW WELLING.
190 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF N. S. AND N. B.
MINUTES OF THE UNION.
The Fifty-Third Annual Meeting of the Congregational
Union of Nova IScotia and New Brunswick, met with the Church
in Kingsport, N.S., Wednesday, July 11, 1900, at 8 p.m..
The meeting was called to order by the pastor of the
church, Rev. David Coburn, who led a short service of prayer
and praise ; after which the chair was taken by the Chairman,
Rev. E. E. Braithwaite, B.D., of Yarmouth.
Messrs. J. W. Flewwelling and J. M. Williams were
appointed Minute Secretaries.
Rev. David Coburn gave an address of welcome, which was
responded to by Rev. D. W. Pardon, of Chebogue.
A cable message containing greetings from the Congrega-
tional Church of St. John's, Newfoundland, was received and
read by the Chairman, and a committee composed of Revs.
Purdon, Braine and Ross was appointed to frame and send a
suitable reply.
A Nominating Committee was appointed as follows : —
Revs. Geo. W. Ball, J. M. Austin and Capt. S. R. Hilton.
Mr. Seth P. Leet, Q.C., of Montreal, then addressed the
meeting in the interests of the College. A collection was
taken for the College, and the meeting closed with prayer and
the benediction.
Thursday, 9 a.m.
The Devotional Service was held, led b}' the Rev. E. E.
Braithwaite.
At 10 a.m. the meeting was called to order by the Chair-
man.
The following committees were formed : —
Business — Revs. E. E. Braithwaite, G. W. Ball and A. B.
Ross, and Messrs. Mac Michael and Hutchison.
Membershij) — Revs. G. M. Whyte, A. Braine and J. L.
Gordon.
Finance — Messrs. MacMichael, Hilton and Hutchison.
Sabbath Service — Revs. D. Coburn, J. W. Cox and Mr. Isaac
N. Cox.
MINUTES. 191
The Sessional Roll was formed as follows : —
MINISTERS.
Rev. J. W. Cox Lower Selmah, N.S.
n J. M. Austin Brooklyn, N.S.
II A. Braine Margaree, C.B.
II E. E. Braithwaite , . . .Yarmouth, N.S.
.1 D. W. Purdon Chebogue, N.S.
II Geo. M. Whyte Pleasant River, N.S.
M A. B. Ross , Keswick Ridge, N.B.
II David Coburn Kingsport, N.S.
I, Geo. W. Ball Liverpool, N.S.
I. J. L. Gordon St. John, N.B.
M Churchill Moore Milton, N.S.
CHURCHES AND DELEGATES.
Brooklyn, N.S Mrs. Nathan Gardiner.
Chebogue, N.S Mrs. Purdon.
Economy, N.S Chas. Burning.
Keswick Ridge, N.B Wm. Long.
Kingsport, N.S Isaac N. Cox.
Liverpool, N.S Miss Dexter.
Lower Selmah, N.S Adam Rose.
Milton, N.S Frank H. Hutchison.
Noel, N.S Mrs. Cox.
Pleasant River, N.S Mrs. A. M. Frank.
Sheffield. N.B j fl^'\ ^- ?,^^'P^^-
I J. P. Jewett.
South Maitland, N.S Mrs. Cyrus Fisher.
St. John, N.B J. W. Flewwelling.
rp AT o ( Mrs. Tanner.
Iruro, N.S ■{ ^r- at t •
( Miss Mclnnis.
Yarmouth, N.S Capt. Stilson R. Hilton.
The Treasurer and Statistical Secretary read their reports,
which were adopted.
Rev. Churchill Moore applied, and on recommendation of
Membership Committee was received into the Union, the Chair-
man giving him the right hand of fellowship.
192 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF N. S. AND N. B.
The Union then proceeded to elect a Chairman and Vice-
Cbairman by ballot, and Rev, J as. M. Austin, Brooklyn, N.S.,
was elected Chairman, and Mr. F. H. Hutchison, of Milton,
Vice-Chairman.
On recommendation of the Business Committee, the remain-
ing officers of the Union were elected, viz. : —
Rev. J. W. Cox Secretary.
Mr. Chas. E. MacMichael Treasurer.
Rev. A. B. Ross Statistical Secretary.
UNION COMMITTEE.
The officers, with Revs. A. Braine, Geo. M. Whyte, J. L.
Gordon, D. Coburn, D. W. Purdon, Geo. W. Ball, C. Moore, E. E.
Braithwaite, and Messrs. Wm. Long, I. N. Cox, Chas. Burning,
John F. Jewett, J. W. Flewwelling and J. M. Williams.
HONORARY MEMBERS,
Rev. E. C. Wall and Mr. Sinclair, Presbyterian minister,
and Mr. Seth P. Leet. Q.C., of Montreal.
Very favorable and encouraging reports were then received
from the churches.
The meeting then adjourned.
Thursday afternoon was given up to the Woman's Board
which held its annual meeting at that time.
Thursday, 7.45 p.m.
After a short prayer and praise service, Rev. E. E. Braith-
waite delivered the retiring Chairman's address, his subject
being, " The Nineteenth Century, What it hath Wrought for
the Kingdom ? "
A hearty vote of thanks was extended to Mr. Braithwaite
for his thoughtful address, which was referred to the Business
Committee for publication.
Addresses were then given by Revs. A. B. Ross and G. M.
Whyte on Home Missions. The ottering was taken for the
C. C. M. S., and after prayer and benediction, the meeting
adjourned.
MINUTES. 193
Friday, 9 a.m.
The devotional meeting was led by Mrs. A. Jenkins,
Ex-President of the Woman's Board. The subject was,
" Strength." At 10 the meeting was called to order by the
Chairman. Minutes of last year's meeting were read and by
motion were approved.
At this session the following resolutions 'were moved by
Business Committee and adopted : —
1. That our representatives upon the Executive Committee of the C. C.
M. S. for 1901 and 1902 be Revs. J. W. Cox and G. W. Ball and Mr. Chas. E.
MaeMichael ; and that Rev. J. M. Austin represent us on the General
Committee.
2. That Rev. J. M. Austin be the delegate to the Congregational Union of
Ontario and Quebec.
3. That the Union preacher be Rev. A. B. Ross, and Rev, C. Moore
alternate.
4. That Mr. J. W. Flewwelling be the Maritime Editor of the Congrega-
tionalist for next year.
5. That Friday of Union week be recognized next year as Field Day of
Woman's Board.
Friday, 2.80 p.m.
The Union Committee recommended the following resolu-
tions, which were adopted : —
1. That the papers in the McCaffrey matter be placed on fyle, and the
matter be dropped.
2. That Rev. A. Braine's report of his visit to Sydney last autumn be
adopted, and that Revs. G. M. Whyte and A. Braine be authorized to visit
Sydney immediately, and if the prospects appear satisfactory, to organize a
Congregational Church.
3. That Rev. Mr. Cox be authorized to dispose of the Maitland Church
property, all arrangements being left to him.
4. That the Committee re Halifax be discharged.
5. That the names of Maitland and Manchester be removed from the list
of churches.
6. That Mr. Seth P. Leet, representing the C. C. M. S., and Rev. J. M.
Austin, representing the Union, be asked to visit Liverpool, with a view of a
happy adjustment of the relations between the Liverpool church and the
C. C. M. S.
The Business Committee recommended the following resolu-
tions, which were adopted : —
1. That reporters to the newspapers be Rev. A. B. Ross and Mr. J. W.
Flewwelling.
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2. That the Auditing Committee be Messrs. Hutchison and Hilton.
3. That the Committee on Resolutions be Revs. A. B. Ross, D. W. Purdon
and J. L. Gordon.
4. That the place of meeting next year be Brooklyn, N.S.
5. That the Programme Committee be Revs. J. M. Austin, Geo. W. Ball
and C. Moore.
Rev. E. E. Braithwaite then addressed the meeting on " The
Necessity of System in Church Business."
Rev. A. Braine read a paper on " The Distinction Between
Spiritual and Carnal Methods in the Work of the Kingdom."
This was followed by a paper by Rev. D. Coburn, the sub-
ject being, " Is the Modern Supper Entertainment and Fair
Helpful to the Growth of the Kingdom ? "
A discussion followed, which was taken part in by Revs.
Purdon, Cox, Whyte and others.
The papeis were then referred to the Business Committee
for publication.
Friday, 7.45 p.m.
The devotional service was led by the Rev. A. B. Ross. A
spirited address was then delivered by Mr. Leet, upon the
" Amalgamation Scheme in Connection with the Congregational
Union and the Societies."
The matter was referred to the Business Committee.
The Y. P. S. C. E. Rally was then held.
Rev. Mr. Ball addressed the meeting, followed by Mr.
MacMichael.
Rev. Churchill Moore then led a very helpful consecration
service, and the meeting closed with prayer by Rev. Mr. Cox.
Saturday, 9 a.m.
Prayer and praise service was conducted by Rev. Geo. M.
Whyte. The subject was, " Prayer, its Necessity and Efficacy."
At 10 o'clock the chair was taken.
Rev. D. W. Purdon, delegate to International Council, gave
a very vivid and interesting account of that great gathering
held in Boston in September, 1899.
Rev. E. E. Braithwaite spoke for the Congregationalist in
the capacity of Maritime Editor. He pleaded for a larger sub-
MINUTES. 195
scription list among our churches, and for frequent items to be
sent the new editor, Mr. Flewwelling. A vote of thanks was
tendered Mr. Braithwaite for his work in the past year.
Rev. J. W. Cox then read his paper entitled, " Historical
Notes of the Cornwallis Congregational Church." The paper
covered 140 years, the church having been founded by the
Connecticut Colonists, who came to this township June 4, 1760.
By motion the paper was recommended to Business Com-
mittee.
Rev. J. M. Austin read a paper on " The Attitude of Con-
gregationalists towards Established Teachings and towards
Speculative Theology."
Meeting adjourned with benediction.
Sunday, 11 a.m.
Rev. G. M. Whyte, of Pleasant River, preached from 1 Peter
1 : 13, " Gird up the Loins of your Mind." This was followed
by the sacrament of the Lord's Supper, the pastor presiding,
assisted by Rev. Messrs. Braithwaite and Moore.
3 p.m.
A Sunday School Mass Meeting was held, addressed by
Revs. Messrs. Ball and Moore and Mr. C. E. MacMichael.
7.30 p.m.
The church was packed with an interested audience. Rev.
J. L. Gordon, of St. John, preached on the subject, " The Science
of Soul Winning."
Monday, 9 a.m.
Devotional service was led by Rev. Mr. Austin. The sub-
ject was " Power for Service."
At 10 o'clock the chair was taken.
The Business Committee recommended, and the Union
adopted, the following resolutions : —
1. That the Chairman's address and Mr. Coburn's paper be printed, at a
cost of not more than $15 ; to be placed in the hands of Messrs. Flewwelling
and MacMichael,
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2. That the minutes as a whole be adopted at the closing meeting, and not
read at next session.
3. That the Maritime Editor be reimbursed by the Union for all expenses
connected with his office.
At 11 a.m., Rev. Mr. Gordon spoke on the " The Duty of
the Church in the Temperance Reform." A spirited discussion
followed.
Meeting adjourned.
Monday, 2.30 p.m.
Papers were read by Rev. Mr. Ross and Student J. M.
Williams, upon " Qualifications for Soul Winning," followed by
a well- sustained discussion.
8 p.m.
After a short devotional service, the usual resolutions of
congratulations and thanks were moved : — To secretaries, com-
mittees, organist and choir, the kind hosts, the pastor, the
railways and steamboats and coaches, Union preachers : —
1. That the Union listened with pleasure to the able addresses of Mr. Seth
P. Leet, of Montreal, and appreciate his sincere interest in all the departments
of our denominational life.
2. That the amalgamation scheme as outlined and explained by Mr. Leet,
be laid on the table for one year, in order that the opportunity be afforded the
churches for consideration thereof.
3. That the balance of the evangelistic fund, now in the hands of Mr. C. H.
Dearborn, be paid over to Mr. C. E. Mac Michael, Treasurer.
4. That the Congregational Union of N.S. and N.B. respectfully urges the
Government of Canada to grant prohibitory legislation to such provinces as
desire it ; and more attention be given to the question in our churches, to the
end that all our people, both old and young, be instructed in the principles of
total abstinence and confirmed in the practice thereof.
Rev. Mr. Gordon then conducted an evangelistic service,
taking for his theme, "No Ditlerence — all have Sinned and
come short of the Glory of God." The minutes were confirmed
and adopted as a whole.
The hymn, " Blest be the tie that binds," was sung, and the
Rev. Mr. Purdon led in prayer, and the Union adjourned to
meet in Brooklyn io July, 1901.
J. W. COX,
Secretary
secretary's notes. 197
NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK.
Notes of Statistical Secretary, Rev. J. M. Austin,
Brooklyn, N.S.
'HANKS are expressed by your Statistical Secretary
to pastors or secretaries of churches who filled
out the statistical forms and forwarded them in
due time. At the same time, those churches
which have not furnished the information re-
quested, or have furnished it inaccurately, are desired to ^ive
consideration to the importance of this matter. An attempt has
been made to obtain the names of out-stations, and to record
their doings, and so a longer list of churches and out-stations
will appear this year for Nova Scotia and New Brunswick,
pastoral changes.
During the past year, Brooklyn and Beach Meadows have
parted with a beloved adviser and guide, in the Rev. C. DufF;
and to the pastoral oversight Rev. J. M. Austin has been called.
Milton has welcomed to its pastoral charge Rev. C. Moore, and
already a good work has been done. Sheffield has parted with
its former pastor, and is being supplied by Rev. S. Sykes and
Rev. W. R. Harvie, respectively. Economy is supplied for the
summer months by Student R. J. Drysdale, and Truro by Stu-
dent J. M. Williams.
CHURCH properties.
Possibly there would be a marked divergence of view as to
estimated values of church properties were the valuation made
by an estate agent or by an assessor for taxation ; and some
fluctuations might reasonably be expected owing to the state of
the money market. There is, however, no cause for alarm in
the condition of church properties or the jjrospects of the
churches ; and so the estimated values as furnished your Statis-
tical Secretary may well stand. Yarmouth has an estimated
198 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF N. S. AND N. B.
value of $21,000 on its church properties ; St. John $10,000 ;
Sheffield $8,000 ; Milton $5,000 ; Keswick Ridge $4,200 ; Brook-
lyn $4,250 ; Liverpool $4,000 ; Truro $3,600 ; Economy $3,700 ;
Chebogue $3,000: Kingsport $3,000; Pleasant Eiver $1,300;
Margaree $1,200 ; Noel $1,000 ; South Maitland $1,000; Beach
Meadows $900 ; Lower Selmah $700. Baker's Settlement has
pioperty of its own, besides an interest in a building conjointly
owned ; Hemford shares with the Lutherans the ownership of a
church building ; and Scotch Settlement reports a part interest
in a building used for church purposes. All these churches, but
St. John and Liverpool, report their properties free of debt.
Seating capacity ranges from 120 to 400; and appears, on the
whole, to be ample for the attendance.
CHURCH FINANCES.
Whatever the cause, or causes, the gifts to the different
denominational and benevolent objects are not so great as the
membership of the churches would seem to warrant. Possibly
the cheapening of rates for transportation and of marketable
commodities allow churches to work more economically than in
earlier years, a much lesser sum being required now than before
for meeting current expenses. Or perhaps a growing familiar-
ity with the spiritual aspects of Christianity cools the ardor in
regard to such sordid things as facts and figures, with the mute
appeal for financial help which they present. Or probably we
require more enthusiasm and better knowledge relative to the
work in our churches and by our churches, so that all we are
and have shall be freely and gratefully presented to the Lord
for distribution.
Valuable information has been received from the treasurers
of the Woman's Board, of the C. C. C, the C. C. M. S., and the
C. C. F. M. S. There are discrepancies between the statements
thus furnished and those furnished by some of the churches,
owing largely to the different dates for auditing the financial
returns. Reliance is, therefore, placed on the amounts which
appear the most accurate and up-to-date. For the C. C. C. there
is credited for Yarmouth $25.21 ; Sheffield $15.80 ; Keswick
Ridge $15.00; St. John $12.55; Brooklyn $8.70; and Kings-
port, Liverpool, and Truro, each $5.00. These sums are supple-
secretary's notes. 199
mented by $5.55 from the Woman's Board and $6.33 from
Union of 1899, making a total of $10414. According to the
printed statement furnished by the treasurer of the C. C. M. S.,
the amount contributed by the churches is $411.75, and the
revenue from the Gorham Estate is $388.01. Through the
Woman's Board $229.97 was raised, and thus but $111.78 is to
be credited to the churches as contributed direct to this Society.
The grants for 1899-1900 were increased to $1461.50, as against
$1124.35 of the previous year. For the C. C. F. M. S. there is
credited to the churches of this Union the sum of $416.33,
through the Woman's Board $139.40, and direct from the
churches $148.28. Of these amounts, $128.65 was contributed
for Indian famine fund ; and thus the amount contributed
directly for foreign missionary work is $287.68.
The sentiment in regard to annual public meetings appears
to be gaining ground, and the holding of such evidently betters
the record of a church's life and activity. A marked improve-
ment is noticeable in the returns relative to church finances
during the past year ; and five churches report a clear gain in
financial status over that of last year. Other churches, how-
ever, report a lessening of amounts for church pui'poses ; and
there is here the tokens of a need for a great awakening. There
are peculiar trials and difficulties peculiar to the churches of this
Union, but of these we do not wish to speak so much as to hold
aloft the torch of truth and work faithfully under the eye of the
Master.
CHURCH ACTIVITIES.
Attendance at the houses of worship shows no appreciable
falling oft' during the past year ; and no stampede has been
made for receiving elsewhere instruction and edification in the
things most vital. Every new attraction, especially if it has a
specious philosophy and favors individual liberty, is likely to
affect churches of our faith and order, unless church members
are vigilant and wary. With the many siren voices around us
it will be well to estimate to some extent their potency, and
then, freshly consecrated to the Master's work, go forward with
new vigor to the opportunities of the coming year.
There is a strong hope that the Sunday Schools in coiinec-
200 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF N. S. AND N. B.
tion with the churches of this Union, will prove a constant
source of supply for membership in the churches ; those who are
taught the things of Christ being prepared for identifying tiiem-
selves with the Lord's people. If this be so, we may take cour-
age from the signs of a harvest that may be reaped in the days
to come. Brooklyn reports 151 enrolled scholais, with a large
staff of oflBcers and teachers, and a fair averag-e attendance.
Hemford follows with 100 enrolled scholars, a large increase
since last year. Other schools follow in order : Economy, 100 ;
Liverpool, 92 ; Margaree, 90 ; St. John, 85 ; Yarmouth, 65 ;
Truro, 60 ; Keswick Ridge, 52 ; Pleasant River, 50 ; Baker's Set-
tlement, 45 ; Beach Meadows, 40 ; Kingsport, 35 ; South Mait-
land, 32; Milton, 30; Sheffield, 27 (including 12 in Home
Department); Black Point, 25: Lower Selmah, 18; Chebogue,
11.
Helpfulness in church work is achieved by the Young Peo-
ple's Societies, by the developing of latent talent in members,
and for the well-being of the Saviour's kingdom at home and
abroad through monetary and other contributions. A senior
Christian Endeavor society of 20 members, and a junior society
of 35 members, are reported in connection with Milton church.
Liverpool reports a senior society of 47 members, and also a
White Ribbon Army. Economy reported for 1899 a junior
society of 50 members. South Maitland reports a senior society
of 24 members, and a junior society of 22 members. St. John
reports 45 members in the Young People's Guild. Lower Sel-
mah reports a senior C. E. society of 35 members. Sheffield
reports 34 members in senior C. E. society. Beach Meadows
reports a senior society of 32 members ; and Keswick Ridge of
30 members. Yarmouth reported for 1899 a senior C. E. society
of 30 members. Margaree reports 20 active members in its
senior C. E. society. Kingsport reports 14 members in its senior
society, while a junior society meets during the winter months.
CHURCH MEMBERSHIP.
Additions to membership are reported by twelve churches,
and to a large extent these are offset by a decrease of member-
ship through removals. Liverpool reports a relative increase of
seven to its membership, seven by confession and two by letter,
secretary's notes. 201
while two have been dropped on revision. Pleasant River re-
ports a gain of four members by confession. St John reports
a relative gain of three, seven by confession and two by
letter added to the church, with removals by death three
and by letter three. Milton reports a relative increase
of one, two joining the church by letter and one re-
moved by death. Lower Selmah reports an increase of one
by confession. Sheffield reports two removals by letter, one
accession by confession and one by letter. Chebogue maintains
its place without loss, as also Noel. Brooklyn reports two
additions by letter and three removals by death. Beach Mea-
dows reports one removal by letter. Kingsport reports two
additions by confession, (me removal by letter and two by death.
South Maitland reports one addition by confession, one removal
by death, two by letter, and six on revision, a relative decrease
of eight. Keswick Ridge reports one addition by confession,
two removals by death and twelve on revision, a relative de-
crease of 13. Margaree reports one addition by confession, and
a loss of 53 to the church by removals to Sydney and elsewhere.
On the whole, there appears to be a disproportionate num-
ber of female members over male members in our churches.
This is not so observable in the lodge room, at the political cau-
cus, an^ong social surroundings. Is there need of a more manly
ring in the Gospel message ? Or can we delegate to our wives
and sisters and daughters the work of Christ's church ?
Mothers and sisters, pray and labor on : fathers and brothers,
come ye to the help of the Lord.
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL
WOMAN'S BOARDofMISSIONS I
OFFICERS, 1900-1901.
President
Mrs. (Rev.) D. Macalldm, 320 Earl Street, Kingston,
Vice-President at Large
Miss Dougall, Witness Office, Montreal.
Vice-Presidents, Ex-officio
The Presidents of Branches.
Secretary
Mrs. J. D. Nasmith, 207 Bloor Street East, Toronto.
Treasurer
Miss Rhoda James, 3 St. Edward Street, Montreal.
Editor of " Leaflet "
Mrs. Savage, 22 Seymour Avenue, Montreal.
SUPERINTENDENTS OF DEPARTMENTS.
I
Literature . . . Mrs. Thos. Moodie, Montreal. j
Missionary Reading . Mrs. C. E. Bolton, Belwood. j
Home Mission S2ippli€s . Mrs. Macallum, Kingston. '
Systematic Giving . . Miss DufF, Hamilton.
ANNUAL MEETING. 203
ANNUAL MEETING.
The fourteenth annual meeting of the Woman's Board was
held in the Congregational Church, Embro, Ont., on May 30th
and 31st, 1900.
Delegates were present from fourteen auxiliaries, and two
missionary speakers addressed the audience, Miss Jean P.
Gordon, of the Marathi Mission, Western India ; and Rev. F. W.
Macallum, of Marash, Turkey. Reports of the Branches were
presented, and the work of the past year discussed.
In addition, the possibility of fresh work was considered
and partially undertaken. The following is the pledged work
of the Board for the year, May 31st, 1900, to May 31st, 1901 :
(1) The support of the Misses Melville in Chisamba, also
the payment of a share of the station expenses.
(2) The scholarship for " Galene " in Smyrna.
(3; The expense of a nurse and cot in Manepai Hospital,
Ceylon.
(4) The sum of $600 towards the C. C. M. S., also $200
specially for the Forward Movement.
(5) The support of a Biblewoman in Montreal to work
amongst the Roman Catholics.
SYNOPSIS OF TREASURER'S STATEMENT.
RECEIPTS.
Total Balance on hand. May Slat, 1899 ^1,137 17
Receipts, all sources 3, 1 24 51
$4,261 68
DISBURSEMENTS.
By pledged work and special objects $3,045 06
" balance General Fund $204 62
" " Memorial Hospital (5 years) , 790 49
" " Monthly " Leaflet " 22151
|!1,216 62
14,261 68
May 3l8t, 1900, To total balance on hand $1,216 62
G. A. GURD,
Treasurer pi 0 tern.
204 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF N. S. AND N. B.
Woman's Board of Missions of N. S. and N, B.
OFFICERS, 1900-1901.
President, Mrs. Hutchinson, Milton, N. S.
1st Vice-President, . . Mrs. J. W. Cox, Lower Selmah, N. S.
2nd Vice-President, . . Mrs A. Jenkins, Yarmouth, N. S.
3rd Vice-President, . . Mrs. G. M. Whyte, Pleasant River, N. S.
Secretary, Miss Ida Barker, Sheffield Academy, N. B,
Treasurer Mrs. W. Kerr, St. John, N. B.
The third annual meeting was held at Kingsport, July 12th.
The first business session opened with President in the chair,
In the absence of the Secretary, Mrs. E. E. Braithwaite was ap-
pointed Minute Secretary. Mrs. Dearborn, Mrs. Hutchinson,
Mrs. Cox, and Mrs. Braithwaite were appointed to act with
Executive Committee as a Business Committee.
Committee on Resolutions : Mrs. G. Gardner, Miss A. Burpee
and Mrs. N. Gardner.
Committee on Credentials : Mrs. E. E. Braithwaite.
Public meeting at 2.30 p.m. Meeting opened with devo-
tional exercises by Mrs. Jenkins.
The following officers responded to roll call : Mrs. Jenkins,
President; Mrs. Cox, 1st Vice-President; Mrs. Dearborn, 2nd
Vice-President ; and Mrs. N. Gardner, 3rd Vice-President.
Delegates were present from Brooklyn, Chebogiie, Kingsport,
Liverpool, Lower Selmah, Milton, Pleasant River, Sheffield, St.
John, Truro, Yarmouth, aud South Maitland. Address of
welcome by Mrs. Coffin, responded to by Mrs. N. Gardner, of
Brooklyn.
Secretary's Annual Report was then read and adopted
with one exception, namely, that of Queen's Co. Branch starting
a fund to make one of their number a Life Member of the
W. B. M. of Canada, instead of the W. B. M. of I^. S. and N. B.
Treasurer's Report, read by Mrs. Dearborn, was adopted.
Mrs. Jenkins was then voted a Life Member of the Board
in consideration of having given $25 for the support of a famine
orphan. Solo by Mrs. Hutchinson. Mrs. C. E. MacMichael
woman's board. 205
brought greetings from the W. M. S. of the Methodist Church.
Mrs. Hutchinson reported for Queen's Co. Branch. Mr. S. P.
Leet, of Montreal, and Rev. J. W. Cox gave interesting addresses,
Mrs. Tanner reported for Truro Society. Miss A. Burpee.
Superintendent of Missions, then read her report, after which
Mrs. Dearborn reported for St. John Mission Band, and Mrs.
G. M. VVhyte for Pleasant River. Paper by Mrs. J. W. Cox on
" Home Missions." A collection of S3.76 was taken for Famine
Fund, after which meeting adjourned.
At the business session, Friday, Miss A. Burpee was elected
Superintendent of Mission Bands. On motion a vote of thanks
was tendered Union for granting this favor. By vote Mrs.
J. M. Austin was elected delegate to the C. C. W. B. M. with
Mrs. Hutchinson as alternate.
The following resolutions were adopted :
That we pledge $275 for Home Missions.
That each Auxiliary make a special effort towards helping
the Board raise at least $25 for Congregational mission work in
Sydney, C. B.
That we thank God for this pleasant gathering together
and His watchful care, and the way He has led us in all our
undertakings in the mission cause.
That we take great pleasure to express our hearty thanks
to the people of Kingsport, for their kindness, and we trust and
pray that God's blessing rest upon them.
That we record a vote of thanks to Mrs. MacMichael for
her very interesting and helpful address.
That we render a vote of thanks to Mr. Leet and Mr.
Cox for the interest in our meetings.
That we feel deeply grateful to Mrs. J. Woods for her
successful exertions in organization of Truro W. M. S., and
would request our Secretary to transmit a copy of this resolu-
tion to Mrs. Woods, and express our sympathy for her present
infirm health.
That we extend to Mrs. Jenkins, our retiring President,
our hearty thanks for her loving and faithful service for so
many years, and our sincere regrets that the state of her health
compels her to give up the office, and we hope and pray that
she may soon be fully restored to health.
On motion the Board adjourned, to meet in July, 1901, at
Brooklyn, N. S.
IDA BARKER, Secretary.
206 CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF N. S. AND N. B.
TREASURER'S REPORT, JULY 9th, 1900.
HOME MISSIONS.
Brooklyn .$ 12 25
Beach Meadows 12 00
Chebogue 14 00
Economy 10 00
Keswick Ridge 20 00
Kingsport 8 00
Lower Selmah 10 00
Milton . 26 00
Noel 6 00
Pleasant River 3 50
Sheffield 33 50
St. John 24 02
Yarmouth 50 70
Total $229 97
FOREIGN MISSIONS.
Brooklyn $ 19 12
Lower Selmah 9 50
Milton 12 50
Noel 30
Pleasant River 4 50
St. John 49 03
Sheffield 4 45
Yarmouth 40 00
Total $139 40
UNDESIGNATED.
Brooklyn $ 3 75
Lower Selmah 2 00
Liverpool 5 00
South Maitland 3 00
Yarmouth . . 4 30
Total $ 18 05
woman's board.
Balance $ 19 31
Collections 16 06
Membership 50 00
Total $ 85 37
Grand Total $472 79
TREASURERS REPORT.
DISBURSEMENTS.
207
Home Missions $275 00
Foreign Missions 139 40
College 5 55
American Board 25 00
Printing 7 12
General Expenses 20 37
Balance 35
Total ^472 79
LIFE MEMBERS, 1900.
Mrs. Albert Jenkins, Mrs. Edith McEwen.
MARGARET KERR,
Treasurer of W. B. of M., N. S. and N. B.
CONGREGATIONAL
PROVIDENT FUND SOCIETY
OFFICERS OF THE BOARD FOR 1900-1901.
Chairman
CHARLES ALEXANDER, ESQ.
Vice-chairman
C. R. BLACK, ESQ.
Secretary-Treasurer
THOS. MOODIE, ESQ., 30 St. John St., Montreal.
Directors
R. C. JAMIESON, Esq.
R. S. WEIR, D.C L.
CHAS. CUSHING, B.C.L.
CHARLES GURD, Esq.
T. B. MACAULAY, Esq.
H. J. ROSS, Esq.
F. E. DOUGALL, Esq.
FORTY-THIRD ANNUAL REPORT OF THE CONGRE-
GATIONAL PROVIDENT FUND SOCIETY.
On behalf of the Directors, I have much pleasure in pre-
senting the following report, which you will see shows progress,
perhaps not as much as we would like, still progress.
Circulars and envelopes were sent to all the churches,
requesting an annual collection at the beginning of the year, and
we much regret to say that only a small proportion responded.
PROVIDENT FUND. 209
The total collections from churches and individuals show
an increase of Si 8. 5 6, a larger proportion of the whole going to
the Retiring Ministers' Branch this year.
We have had no legacies.
In the Widows and Orphans' Branch we paid the 25%
increase on the annuities, and carry $720.92 to capital account,
$185.14 less than last year; but in view of the increase in the
annuities this is a good showing.
We have one annuitant less ; Mrs. Howell passed to her
rest on the 25th Feb., having been an annuitant for eighteen
years, and receiving from the Society over $1800.00, her husband
having only paid in as premiums the sum of $230.00. I may
here report that I have had a number of letters from annuitants
testifying to the great help and comfort the Society has been to
them.
Mrs. R. K. Black also entered into her rest last December,
reducing the number of beneficiaries to fifteen.
In the Retiring Ministers' Branch the revenue shows an
increase of $10.41, but the expenditure an increase of $86.45,
reducing the surplus this year to $148.58, which has been left at
credit of Revenue Account, the surplus of income over expendi-
ture being so small, it was not thought prudent to carry it to
Capital Account.
The Directors would again urge the pastors not only to
become beneficiaries in the cheapest and safest insurance they
can get, but also to enlist the interest of their churches in the
work of the Society. Just in proportion as the churches are
interested will the funds increase and in the same proportion
will the annuities be increased.
The following churches, having remitted to the funds of the
Society during the year, are entitled to be represented by one
delegate :
WIDOWS AND ORPHANS' BRANCH.
Toronto, Northern $10 70
Hamilton, 1st 7 50
Lanark 11 17
Brantford 12 20
J4
Montreal, Emmanuel $ 1 50
Miss Moodie .,.,,,, 2 00
f 45 07
210 CONGREGATIONAL PROVIDENT FUND.
RETIRING MINISTERS' BRANCH.
Montreal, Emmanuel $59 51
Zion 25 70
Calvary 18 16
St. Andrews 7 68
Toronto, Northern 10 69
Fitch Bay 2 30
Hamilton, 1st 7 50
Lanark II 18
Edgar 3 58
Rugby 2 50
Dalston $ 4 00
Georgetown 7 00
Woodstock 4 00
Mrs. Peacock 5 00
Miss Moodie 3 00
" Horton 2 00
Union Collection . 10 05
$183 85
The number of beneficiaries in the W. and O. Branch is
15, one less than last year.
BENEFICIARIES W. AND O. BRANCH— 15.
Rev. C. E. Bolton, Rev. J. McKillican, Rev. 8. Sykes,
n W. T. Gunn, ,, E C. W. McColl, „ J. Unsworth,
■> Thos. Hall, „ A. Margrett, „ J. Wood,
n J. I. Hindley, ,. Geo. Skinner, « J. T. Daley,
ti D. Macallum, .i W. W. Smith, m Wm. Mcintosh.
The number in the R. M. Branch is 5.
Rev. Thos. Hall, Rev. Wm. Mcintosh,
M J. I. Hindley, „ J. H. George, D.D
Rev. W. H. Warriner, D.D.
ANNUITANTS IN W. AND 0. BRANCH-5.
Mrs. Climie, Mrs. Sanderson,
.1 Ebbs, „ AUworth,
Mrs. Peacock.
ANNUITANTS R. M. BRANCH— 6.
Rev. J. Unsworth, Rev. D, Macallum,
M R, K. Black, „' J. Wood,
t. S. Sykcs, „ W. W. Smith.
The Financial Statements for the year are herewith pre-
sented. The whole respectfully submitted.
THOS. MOODIE,
Sec.-Treas.
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Mr. J. C. Corp, Toijonto,
President of the PublishiTig Company.
CONGREGATIONAL
PUBLISHING COMPANY,
President.
Mr. J. C. COPP, 21 Leader Lane, Toronto.
Vice-President.
Mr. JAMES SMITH, Toronto.
Secretary, Editor of the Congregatioualist and Year Book.
Rev. J. P. GERRIE, B.A., 90 Langley Ave., Toronto.
Treasurer.
Mr. GEORGE PIM, 57 Alexander St., Toronto.
Manager of S. S. Department.
Rev. J. P. GERRIE, 90 Langley Ave., Toronto.
Directors.
MR. J. C. COPP,
MR. JAMES SMITH,
REV. JOHN MORTON,
MR. HENRY O'HARA,
MR. GEORGE PIM,
MR. EDMUND YEIGH,
MR. H. W. BARKER,
MR. CHARLES McD. HAY,
MR. CHARLES GUSHING.
214 CONGREGATIONAL PUBLISHING COMPANY.
FROM THE MINUTES.
At a meeting of the Directors, 21 Leader Lane, on May
28th, the resignation of Rev. W. W. Smith was accepted, and
a letter appreciative of his valuable services was authorized.
Rev. J. P. Gerrie was appointed Secretary and Editor of
the Year Book, pro tern.
The resignation of Mr. George R. Copping was laid on the
table.
An informal meeting was held in Emmanuel Church, June
8th, Mr. J. C. Copp presiding. Gratifying reports were heard
from Mr. Copp and others. The re-election of the Board of
Directors was recommended, and thanks accorded for past
services.
A meeting of stockholders was held at 30 Toronto Street,
Toronto, July 18th, with the President, Mr. J. Copp, in the
chair. The reports as appended were read and adopted.
The Board of Directors was re-elected, with the exception
that Mr. Charles Gushing takes the place of Mr. Copping,
resigned.
Following this a meeting of the Directors was held, when
the officers of the year were elected and confirmed, as on pre-
ceding page.
ANNUAL REPORT. 215
ANNUAL REPORT, 1900.
Your Directors would report another year of active effort
and advancement.
The Rev. J. P. Gerrie, B.A., having withdrawn his resigna-
tion (made at the last annual meeting) of the position of Editor,
and again resumed that position, a marked improvement has
taken place, Mr. Gerrie giving his whole time and attention to
The Congregationalist.
This was not done without much sacrifice, both on Mr.
Gerrie's part and that of Broadview Avenue Church, which gave
up its pastor to this broader and more general work.
Thanks are due to the churches and friends who so gener-
ously responded to the appeals made to create an Editorial
Guarantee Fund, the result of which is made known in the
financial statement herewith presented. Your Directors again
earnestly plead with the churches and brethren for a hearty
response and support to enable them to continue what has been
done and to still further go forward.
The Year-Book has been issued, in the same style and at
the same price as formerly, presenting somewhat more than the
ordinary number of illustrations. It contains eleven excellent
portraits of ministers and ofiicial brethren, and a double-page
view of one of our churches. We are sorry to report, however,
that a considerable number of the churches have failed to order
parcels of the Year-Book. Fiftj' -eight churches have sent
orders ; though seven of these were only for two co})ies each.
Over forty churches have sent no orders for parcels, though
individual members may have obtained single copies. Only
about seven hundred copies have been sold. Will not every
Pastor and Deacon see that somebody gets subscribers for the
Year-Book, which is furnished at one-half the actual cost of
printing ?
By an oversight at the last meeting of the Congregational
Union of Ontario and Quebec, no appropriation was made for
printing in the Year-Book the minutes of the former year;
hence a temporary large balance in the accounts, in favor of the
Treasurer,
216 CONGREGATIONAL PUBLISHING COMPANY.
The Secretary-Treasurer of the Company for eleven years,
and Editor of the Year-Book for thirteen years, Rev. William
Wye Smith, resigns these positions at this time, in consequence
of physical disabilities.
The statements for the year are herewith presented.
John C. Copp, . W. W. Smith,
President. Secretary -Treasurer.
June 6, 1900.
TREASURER'S STATEMENT
For the Year Ending 15th May, 1900.
Bev. W. W. Smith, Secretarti-Treasurer, in Account with the Congregational
Publishing Company, of Toronto.
receipts.
1900. Year-Book Account.
May 15— To Cash, sale of Year-Books, to date $94 57
" " for inserting Reports of Societies '. . . . 191 78
" " for Advertisements 18 00
$304 ;^5
1900. Sunday School Defartment.
May 15— To Cash received for S. S. Supplies 55 39
1900. General Secretary's Department.
May 15— To Cash on Stock $10 15
" " Balance on Canadian Independent subscrip-
tions 3 00
" " from Woman's Board of Missions, for Gongre-
i/alionalifit 15 00
" " Ordination Certificate blank 0 30
•' " Balance due Treasurer at this date ,,,...... 89 10
117 55
$477 29
treasurer's report. 217
DISBURSEMENTS.
1900. Y ear-Book Account.
May 15— By paid for printing Year-Book $2.39 00
" " Express, Freight, Expenses of Editor 10 20
" " Engraving for Year Book 145
" " Drafts, Discount on Cheques 0 61
" Bank Interest 5 24
" " Postages for the year 21 63
" •' Editor's Salary 100 00
$378 13
1900. Sunday School Department.
May 15— By paid for S. S. Supplies $41 59
" " Fees for Money-Orders, 59c.; Postages, etc.,
$2.78 3 37
" Commission of 10 per cent, to Manager, on $55.39 5 54
50 50
1900. General Secretary's Department.
May 15— By Balance due Treasurer, June 1, 1899 $25 31
" Secretary's Travelling Expenses, as temporary
Editor of Congregalionalifit 6 85
** Ad. •' Annual Meeting " 1 50
•' paid $15 Bonus, ^V. B. M., for Congregationalist, 15 00
48 66
$477 29
W. W. Smith, Treasurer.
Audited May 19tb, 1900
Henry Y^eigh, Auditor.
Brantford, Ont.
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